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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Recife to Salvador? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Salvador.Rs16,119 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,119, select.
Salvador.Rs16,661 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,661, select.
Salvador.Rs16,903 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,903, select.
Salvador.Rs16,936 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,936, select.
Salvador.Rs16,988 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,988, select.
Salvador.Rs17,641 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,641, select.
Salvador.Rs17,641 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,641, select.
Salvador.Rs19,275 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,275, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Recife to Salvador

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Recife to Salvador flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jun
from Rs40,189
Jul
from Rs19,275
Aug
from Rs17,641
Sep
from Rs16,988
Oct
from Rs16,936
Nov
from Rs16,903
Dec
from Rs16,661
Jan
from Rs30,555
Feb
from Rs16,119
Mar
from Rs17,641
Apr
from Rs20,840
May
from Rs23,028

Direct flights from Recife to Salvador

Recife to Salvador: Alternative routes

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

Recife to Salvador: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs16,119
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 26 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week67

Finding cheap flights from Recife to Salvador: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Recife to Salvador is Rs33,094. 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 26 minutes is the average flight time from Recife to Salvador.
TAP Air Portugal, Azul Airlines and Air Europa fly direct from Recife to Salvador.
As of June 2025, there are 67 flights per week flying from Recife to Salvador.
The cheapest month to fly from Recife to Salvador 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 Salvador Airport on Friday, 3 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 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 Salvador 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 Salvador 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 Salvador.

Flying from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Recife and Salvador share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Flights from REC to SSA start from 03:00 — the first with Azul. The latest departure is at 22:30 with Azul. Overall, there are 62 weekly Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your REC to SSA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can travel nonstop to Salvador, Brazil. Book a ticket with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport:

  • Voepass is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Gol is a leader in on-time performance for REC to SSA flights, with 85.71% of services arriving on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)

  • Rs16,119 is currently the best price for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs33,094. These prices may change based on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from REC to SSA, book your trip eight months ahead of your departure date.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from REC to SSA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

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

  • 79.3% of flights that take off from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Central Recife to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near REC:

Arriving at Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)

Getting from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) to central Salvador

  • Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Salvador. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Salvador based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Salvador is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • August has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from REC to SSA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Salvador is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 483 kilometres north-east of Salvador, a visit to Maceio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.

  • Aracaju is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Salvador. No trip is complete without seeing Atalaia Beach, Orla de Atalaia and Olimpio Campos Palace.

Plan the rest of your trip from Recife to Salvador

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