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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to Recife? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Recife.$1,509 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,509, select.
Recife.$1,592 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,592, select.
Recife.$1,644 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Zurich on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,644, select.
Recife.$1,669 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Zurich on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,669, select.
Recife.$1,681 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,681, select.
Recife.$1,687 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,687, select.
Recife.$1,693 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Zurich on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,693, select.
Recife.$1,716 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Zurich on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Recife on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,716, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Recife

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Recife flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from $1,728
Apr
from $1,509
May
from $1,592
Jun
from $2,066
Jul
from $2,377
Aug
from $2,540
Sep
from $1,693
Oct
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Nov
from $1,681
Dec
from $2,407
Jan
from $1,782
Feb
from $2,280

Zurich to Recife: Alternative routes

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Zurich to Recife: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,509
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Recife: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Recife is $1,509. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to Recife. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,509.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Zurich to Recife.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Recife is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Recife Airport on Friday, 10 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and Recife Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Recife 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 Recife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, TAP Air Portugal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Recife.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Zurich.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your ZRH to REC flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

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

  • $932 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,509. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ZRH to REC if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.

  • Getting cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ZRH to REC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 69.02% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife

  • Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Recife. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Recife. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Zurich Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Recife, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to REC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Recife. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.

  • Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.

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