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.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Recife to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R17 238 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R20 794, a difference of R3 556. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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.

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.

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 R16 513 to R76 409. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Recife to Cape Town looking right now?

One-way fares from Recife to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R24 966, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

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.

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 R49 for economy cars. Top options include: • Sixt • Europcar • Woodford • GREEN MOTION • Hertz

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

Return flights from Recife to Cape Town range from R17 540 to R19 861, with an average of R18 597 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 540 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Recife to Cape Town?

LATAM Airlines (R16 826) offered the cheapest return ticket from Recife to Cape Town in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Recife to Cape Town?

Flights via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R17 740. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Recife to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) had the shortest average connection time for Recife to Cape Town stopovers at 8h 29m over the past 3 months.

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Recent return flight deals from Recife to Cape Town

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

6:00 - 12:40REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

49h 40m2 stops Fortaleza Pinto Martins Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

7:00 - 10:15CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

32h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R16 513Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 13

20:50 - 12:40REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 50m2 stops Brasilia Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:00 - 10:30CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

30h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R16 826LATAM Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6

4:15 - 12:40REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 25m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:05 - 10:05CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

33h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R16 843Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6

3:40 - 12:40REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 00m2 stops Brasilia Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:05 - 10:05CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

33h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R17 402Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6

20:50 - 16:45REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 55m3 stops Brasilia Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

9:00 - 10:05CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

30h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R17 633Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

11:05 - 12:40REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

44h 35m2 stops Fortaleza Pinto Martins Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:20 - 10:15CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

47h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R18 045Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

20:50 - 12:40REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 50m2 stops Brasilia Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:40 - 2:55CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

16h 15m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R21 156LATAM Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

20:50 - 12:40REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 50m2 stops Brasilia Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:00 - 12:30CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

32h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R25 947LATAM Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

12:45 - 6:45REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

13h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

19:35 - 1:15CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

34h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R28 516South African

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

8:55 - 6:45REC Recife Guararapes Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

12:40 - 1:35CPT Cape Town Intl-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

17h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R29 355Multiple Airlines

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Recife to Cape Town?: LATAM Airlines (R16 826) offered the cheapest return ticket from Recife to Cape Town in the last 5 days.

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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 540 to R19 861, with an average of R18 597 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 540 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 R16 513 to R76 409. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Recife to Cape Town looking right now?
One-way fares from Recife to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R24 966, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.
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 R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• Woodford
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz
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.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Recife to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Recife to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R17 238 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R20 794, a difference of R3 556.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R17 238, about R3 556 less than Sunday fares (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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