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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Recife to Petrolina flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Recife to Petrolina

Recife to Petrolina: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Recife to Petrolina below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Petrolina.

Recife to Petrolina: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs36,735
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Recife to Petrolina: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Recife to Petrolina is Rs66,213. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Recife to Petrolina.
TAP Air Portugal and Azul Airlines fly direct from Recife to Petrolina.
As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Recife to Petrolina.
The cheapest month to fly from Recife to Petrolina is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Recife Airport to Petrolina Airport on Saturday, 9 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Petrolina but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Petrolina is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Azul Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Petrolina.

Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • You can choose from 16 weekly Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport flights. The 08:05 departure with Azul is the earliest available. Azul operates the latest service of the day at 18:05.

  • To ensure you catch your REC to PNZ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Azul has direct flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Petrolina — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Azul on this route.

  • With a reliable 87.85% of services landing on schedule, Azul has the best on-time performance for REC to PNZ flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)

  • Rs36,681 is the lowest price for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs66,213. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from REC to PNZ by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from REC to PNZ.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • Of the departures from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, 79.3% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Recife. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near REC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PNZ instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Petrolina International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Movida, Localiza or National and explore beyond Petrolina's main sights.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Petrolina International Airport around four weeks ahead.

Getting from Petrolina International Airport (PNZ) to central Petrolina

  • From Petrolina International Airport, Petrolina is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Petrolina. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Petrolina International Airport for October if you'd like to explore Petrolina during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 36ºC.

  • August has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap tickets from REC to PNZ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Salvador is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Petrolina. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Pelourinho, Mercado Modelo and Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia.

  • Around 418 kilometres south-east of Petrolina, Aracaju is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Atalaia Beach, Orla de Atalaia and Olimpio Campos Palace.

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