Recife to Fortaleza (REC–FOR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
REC–FOR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras and LATAM Chile lead the route. The flight covers 390 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras Also: TP | 19 | 295 | 1h20-1h25 | – | – | TP |
| LA LATAM Chile Also: TP | 7 | 320 | 1h25 | – | – | TP |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Fortaleza from Recife
| Metric | REC→FOR | NAT→FOR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from REC | – | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 37 | 14 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 5m |
Travel Essentials
REC: -03 · FOR: -03
When it's 6:00 PM in Recife, it's 6:00 PM in Fortaleza.
REC–FOR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from REC to FOR
Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) are connected by nonstop service from Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras and LATAM Chile. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
REC to FOR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from REC to FOR ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 390 miles (627 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 57 return, totaling 94 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via IGU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Natal (NAT).