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Flights from Recife to Madrid

Nonstop flights from Recife (REC) to Madrid (MAD) take about 8h 22m (6,289 km). Azul Airlines, EuroAtlantic Airways and Iberia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $333 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Recife to Madrid

Carriers on REC–MAD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Azul Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ EuroAtlantic Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ Iberianonstop fare seen

Recife to Madrid fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $342 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $328. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$34222 Oct 2026 · Azul Airlines—
Nov 2026$3488 Nov 2026 · EuroAtlantic Airways$328 · 1 stop8 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$53417 Dec 2026 · Azul Airlines$458 · 2 stops14 Dec 2026
Feb 2027$39421 Feb 2027 · Azul Airlines—
Sept 2027$5619 Sept 2027 · Azul Airlines$522 · 2 stops9 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $328 in November 2026, against $394 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Recife to Madrid, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Spain is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Recife to Madrid flights

How long is the flight from Recife to Madrid?
A nonstop flight from Recife (REC) to Madrid (MAD) takes about 8h 22m, covering 6,289 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Recife from Madrid by air?
The great-circle distance between Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 6,289 km (3,908 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Recife to Madrid?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the REC–MAD route include Azul Airlines, EuroAtlantic Airways and Iberia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Recife to Madrid cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on REC–MAD was $333 USD with Azul Airlines (nonstop), departing 29 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Recife to Madrid?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $328 one-way, against $522 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Recife to Spain?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Spain visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Madrid?
Spain is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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