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R17 500
Typical prices: R17 489-R19 804
LATAM Airlines
Sat 27/10Sat 3/11
REC - CPT • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Recife to Cape Town (REC-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Recife to Cape Town

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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20:50 - 12:40REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m2 stops Brasilia Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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9:00 - 18:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
38h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R17 500LATAM Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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20:50 - 12:40REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m3 stops Brasilia Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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9:00 - 12:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
32h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R18 009LATAM Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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12:35 - 6:45REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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12:40 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
18h 35m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R25 134Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
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13:35 - 9:45REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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11:05 - 12:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
30h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R30 404Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 6:45REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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12:40 - 7:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
23h 55m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Brasilia
R32 883Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
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10:15 - 6:45REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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6:00 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
24h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R41 699Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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12:55 - 6:25REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
60h 30m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 - 1:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
45h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R60 430Air France
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:25 - 14:10REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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23:15 - 20:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
26h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Lisbon Humberto Delgado
R67 194Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
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22:25 - 9:25REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 00m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Duesseldorf Intl Zurich
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22:35 - 2:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
33h 10m3 stops Zurich Duesseldorf Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
R72 053Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
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3:30 - 16:45REC  Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 15m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:00 - 1:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl
23h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R75 337South African
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Recife to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Recife to Cape Town?

Return flights from Recife to Cape Town start at R17 500. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R17 489 to R19 804. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 500 on LATAM Airlines.

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When to book flights from Recife to Cape Town

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Your Recife to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Recife to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Recife to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Recife to Cape Town range from R17 489 to R19 804, with an average of R18 544 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 489 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Recife to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R17 500 to R153 497. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Recife to Cape Town?

    Flights from Recife to Cape Town usually depart from Recife Guararapes Intl (REC) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Recife to Cape Town pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Recife to Cape Town pass through Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Recife to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Recife to Cape Town route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R17 188 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R20 734, a difference of R3 546. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Recife and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 5 hours ahead of Recife (South Africa Time vs Brasilia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Recife to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R17 188 – about R3 546 less than Sunday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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