Gilberto Freyre Guararapes International Airport (REC)
Whether you’re going from Recife Airport to Recife or from Recife to Gilberto Freyre International Airport, get a ride to or from the airport anytime.
Praça Ministro Salgado Filho, Recife, PE 51210-902 Brazil
+55 81-3322-4188
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How to get a ride from Recife Airport
Request when you’re ready to walk outside
Choose a ride option that suits your group size and luggage storage needs. And select your pickup location in the app.
Confirm your pickup location
Head to the external area of the terminal and wait for your Uber driver-partner.
Look for your driver
If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
Recife Airport map
Top questions from riders
- Do Uber driver-partners pick up at Recife Airport?
Yes. Tap here for a list of airports around the world where you can request a ride with Uber.
- How much will an Uber trip to Recife Airport cost?
The cost of an Uber trip to (or from) REC Airport depends on factors that include the type of ride you request, the estimated length and duration of the trip, tolls, and current demand for rides.
You can see an estimate of the price before you request by entering your pickup spot and destination in Uber’s price estimator above. Then, when you request a ride you’ll see your actual price in the app based on real-time factors.
- Where do I meet my driver for an airport pickup?
Pickup locations may depend on the type of ride you request and the size of the airport. Follow the instructions in the app about where to meet your driver. You can also look for signs that point to designated airport ridesharing zones.
If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
- What does REC stand for?
Recife International Airport.
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REC visitor information
Recife Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) serves the Brazilian city of Recife, the capital of the state of Pernambuco. More than 7 million passengers are handled annually. REC is located 13 kilometers (8 miles), or about a 22-minute drive in ideal road and traffic conditions, from downtown Recife.
REC Airport terminals
Recife Airport has one main passenger terminal. REC Airport lounges are located in the main terminal. You can plan your trip using the information below.
REC main terminal
- American
- Avianca
- Azul
- Condor
- Copa
- GOL
- LATAM
- TACV
- TAP Air Portugal
REC international terminal
REC Airport serves nonstop flights to 11 international destinations, from the main terminal.
Dining at REC
Travelers at REC Airport can choose from more than 20 dining spots, which are located at the airport’s food court and the departures floor. The food and beverage options include cafes, dessert shops, fast-food places, bars, and restaurants.
Getting around REC
There is no internal transportation system at REC Airport.
Things to do at REC
There are a number of places to shop at Recife Airport, including drugstores, duty-free shops, bookstores, and gift shops.
Currency exchange at REC
Recife Gilberto Freyre Airport currency exchange offices are located on the ground floor and disembarkment north.
Hotels near REC
Whether you have a layover or an overnight flight delay, or you need a place to stay for a visit near REC, there are more than 30 hotels and accommodations nearby.
Points of interest near REC
- Boa Viagem
- Jaqueira Park
- Marco Zero Square
- Praça Rio Branco
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