Recife Airport Transportation
Private transfers from Recife Guararapes Airport (REC) to Boa Viagem, central Recife, Olinda, Porto de Galinhas, Carneiros and Maragogi, booked before you fly.
- Private, never shared
- Priced per vehicle
- Flight monitored
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Our services
From private sedans to group vans. One fixed price per vehicle, whatever your party size.
Private Sedan
1 to 4 passengersPrivate, non-stop transfer. All taxes included.
Luxury SUV
Up to 6 passengersComfortable VIP SUV with premium features.
Private Van
Up to 8 passengersIdeal for families and groups with luggage.
Group Van
Up to 16 passengersOur largest vehicle. Room for up to 16 passengers and their luggage.
Airport Transportation in Recife
Pre-booked private transportation takes you directly from Recife/Guararapes – Gilberto Freyre International Airport to your hotel, resort or vacation rental.
After immigration, baggage claim and customs, continue outside the terminal to the meeting area named in your confirmation. Your vehicle is reserved only for the passengers on your reservation: unlike a shared shuttle, it makes no extra hotel stops for other travelers, and the price is per vehicle, not per person.
Our airport transportation in Recife takes you from Guararapes to the beachfront hotels of Boa Viagem, to central Recife and colonial Olinda, or south along the Pernambuco and Alagoas coast to Porto de Galinhas, Carneiros and Maragogi.
Recife Airport Transfers
Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall on the ground floor, just outside the baggage claim exit, holding a sign with your name. We track your flight, and the price is fixed per vehicle before you fly.
Recife airport transfers run in sedans for couples up to vans for families and groups, door to door to your hotel, beach resort, pousada or apartment in Boa Viagem, Olinda or the beach towns to the south.
Recife Airport Shuttle
Our Recife airport shuttle is a private van for your party only: it leaves as soon as you collect your bags, with no stops at other hotels. There is room for suitcases and beach or diving gear, which suits families and groups heading to the resorts of Porto de Galinhas, Carneiros or Maragogi.
Landing at Recife Airport
Recife/Guararapes – Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), usually called Guararapes or simply Recife Airport, sits in the south of Recife, close to the Boa Viagem beach district.
The airport has one passenger terminal, opened in 2004, for both domestic and international flights. On an international flight you clear Brazilian immigration and customs inside that terminal. Baggage claim is on the ground floor, and all passengers exit into the same arrivals area, so finding your driver is simple.
Recife is on UTC−3 all year, the same as Brasília Time, with no daylight saving time.
Brazil e-visa
Citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia have needed a Brazil e-visa since April 10, 2025. Many European and South American travelers can enter without one; check the rules for your passport before you fly.
Fernando de Noronha connections
Recife is a departure point for flights to Fernando de Noronha. If you are connecting, give us both flights so pickups match your real schedule.
Unlicensed drivers outside
People outside the terminal may offer rides. Walk past them to your driver holding your name sign.
Rainier mid-year
Recife is warm and humid all year, with a rainier season in the middle of the year; pack light clothes and a rain layer.
Before you fly to Recife
How Recife Airport pickup works
- 1
Clear arrivals
Immigration, baggage claim, then customs. Representatives can't enter those areas.
- 2
Meet your representative
At the meeting point in your confirmation. Check the company name before getting in.
- 3
Go straight there
No other stops, no other passengers.
Meet in arrivals
Pre-booked drivers usually wait in the arrivals hall on the ground floor, just outside the baggage claim exit, holding a sign with your name.
Don't accept a ride from someone claiming to know your booking. Check the company name and reservation details before getting in.
Return trips and flight changes
Going back to the airport
Transportation can also be booked from your hotel, resort or vacation rental to Recife/Guararapes – Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Your pickup time covers the drive plus check-in, security and border procedures, and your airline's instructions come first. Give the correct departure time and terminal when you book.
If your flight changes
We monitor the arrival of the flight on your reservation, but can't find you on a different one. If any of these change, update them in Manage your booking:
What's included
Included
- A private vehicle for your party
- Transportation between the confirmed locations
- Direct service, no shared hotel stops
- Airport meeting instructions
- Flight-arrival monitoring
- A professional driver
- An air-conditioned vehicle
- Room for your party and standard luggage
- Customer-service support
Confirmed separately
- Child seats
- Additional stops
- Extra waiting time
- Oversized luggage or equipment
- Special requests
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Groups and events
Traveling with a large group, planning a destination wedding, or organizing transportation for a corporate retreat or conference? We offer larger vehicles and multi-vehicle coordination for groups of any size, including multiple pickup points and scheduled transfers timed around your event. Contact us with your group size and itinerary and we'll put together transportation that keeps everyone moving together.
- Destination weddings
- Conferences
- Corporate retreats
- Sports teams
- Multi-vehicle arrivals
Booking, changes and cancellations
Book your transfer online in a few minutes using the form above. If your plans change, contact us as soon as possible to modify your pickup details or cancel your reservation, response times and any applicable fees depend on how close to your pickup date the change is requested.
Read the reservation policies →Recife Airport Transportation FAQs
Where will my driver meet me at Recife Airport?
In the arrivals hall on the ground floor, just outside the baggage claim exit. Your driver holds a sign with your name, and your confirmation gives the exact meeting point.
How far is Recife Airport from Boa Viagem and downtown?
Guararapes is in the south of Recife, close to the Boa Viagem beach district and about 14 km from downtown Recife.
Can you take me to my hotel in Boa Viagem?
Yes. Boa Viagem's beachfront hotels and apartments are among the most common drop-offs from Recife Airport. Give your address when you book and the driver takes you to the door.
Can you take me to Olinda?
Yes. You can book a private transfer from the airport to Olinda, the historic town just north of Recife, including pousadas in the old town. Give the exact address, as the old town's streets are narrow.
Can you take me to Porto de Galinhas?
Yes. Porto de Galinhas is one of the most booked trips from Recife Airport. Give the resort or pousada name when you book and the driver takes you straight there.
Can you take me to Carneiros or Maragogi?
Yes. You can book a private transfer south along the coast to Praia dos Carneiros in Pernambuco or Maragogi in Alagoas, with your luggage in the vehicle the whole way.
I'm staying in an apartment or a vacation rental. Can you pick me up there?
Yes. Give the full street address, the building name and the host or doorman's contact, so the driver can reach you on arrival and for the trip back to the airport.
Does Recife Airport have more than one terminal?
No. Recife has one passenger terminal for domestic and international flights, so all passengers exit into the same arrivals area where your driver waits.
Should I buy transportation from people at the terminal exit?
No. Decline offers from unlicensed drivers outside the terminal. With a pre-booked transfer your driver is already waiting with your name, at a price agreed before you flew.
What happens if my flight is delayed or canceled?
We follow the flight on your reservation and adjust the pickup to a delay. If your flight is canceled, your flight number changes or you miss a connection, update it in Manage your booking so the pickup moves with it.
Do you pick up from late-night and early-morning flights?
Yes. Book with your real flight number and the driver is there when you land, whatever the hour.
I'm flying on to Fernando de Noronha. Can you help?
Flights to Fernando de Noronha leave from Recife. If you spend a night in Recife or Porto de Galinhas between flights, book the transfers each way and give both flight numbers.
Can I book a ride back to Recife Airport for my departure?
Yes. Book a one-way return or a round trip and give your departure flight and time; pickups from Porto de Galinhas, Olinda and other towns are timed to your flight.
Is Airport Transportation the same as Recife/Guararapes – Gilberto Freyre International Airport?
No. Airport Transportation is a private transfer service, not the airport or its operator. For the terminal, airlines and other arrival details, see our Recife Guararapes Airport page.
Why book with Airport Transportation?
We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.
Is the transportation private or shared?
Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.
Are prices per person or per vehicle?
Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.
How many people can a van carry?
It depends on the vehicle. Each vehicle shows its maximum number of passengers and suitcases before you book, so you can choose one that fits your group.
How do I find you at the airport?
Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.
What kind of vehicles do you use?
Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.
Do you provide baby seats?
Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.
How far in advance should I book?
You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.
What payment methods are accepted?
You pay securely online when you book, by credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Payments are processed by Stripe.
Do vehicles have air conditioning?
Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.
What if my flight is delayed?
During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.
Can I make stops during my ride?
Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.
Do children pay differently than adults?
No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.
Is my reservation refundable?
Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.
Do drivers speak English?
Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.
Are tips mandatory?
Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.
What currencies are accepted?
All prices are in USD. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the charge at its own exchange rate.
Are pets allowed?
We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.
Is there room for luggage?
Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.
What is included in the price?
Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.
Book your Recife Airport Transportation
Choose the vehicle for your party and luggage, add your flight, and review the full reservation before you pay.