Travelling from Chicago to Recife International Airport (REC): What you need to know
The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is three hours ahead of Chicago. Recife International Airport is located in Recife.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to REC, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Recife International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to REC flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Recife International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Recife International Airport (REC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Recife International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near REC:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Recife International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Recife International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Central Recife is around 11 kilometres from Recife International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Recife International Airport (REC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Recife International Airport is $593. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,224. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to REC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Chicago to Recife International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Chicago to Recife International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Recife International Airport (REC)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Recife. January is when most people book flights from Chicago to Recife International Airport (REC), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Chicago to REC plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August sees temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Recife International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Recife
Start your Recife trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Recife International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Convent of Sao Francisco and Jardim Botânico are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Recife travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Church Our Lady of Health.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Recife, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Travel about 177 kilometres southwest to Maceio to tick off its must-visit sights. From Jatiuca Beach to Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.
