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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
50%Trains are 50% more expensive in Cape Town than in Recife.
RecifeR 13,24
Cape TownR 20,00
MealMid-priced restaurant
120%The average meal is 120% more expensive in Cape Town than in Recife.
RecifeR 75,90
Cape TownR 170,00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
20%Taxis are 20% more expensive in Cape Town than in Recife.
RecifeR 20,06
Cape TownR 25,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
9%Coffee is 9% more expensive in Cape Town than in Recife.
RecifeR 33,16
Cape TownR 36,31
Distance: 6149 kms
Recife airports
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Recife to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Recife to Cape Town? Flights between these vibrant cities offer an exciting travel experience. Consider booking your flights to Cape Town from Recife with eDreams for a seamless journey.

Time Difference between Recife and Cape Town

Cape Town is 5 hours ahead of Recife. Please remember to check for any Daylight Savings Time changes, as these can affect the actual time difference. Booking your flights and accommodations with eDreams ensures a smooth and stress-free trip, letting you focus on enjoying your time in Cape Town.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate, offering sunshine throughout the year. Summers (December-February) are dry and hot, perfect for beach days. Winters (June-August) are mild and wet, ideal for whale watching. Autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November) provide pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and stunning landscapes. Temperatures range from average highs of 26°C in summer to average lows of 8°C in winter.

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Recife Airports

Flights to Cape Town from Recife? Look no further! eDreams has you covered. Recife is primarily served by Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC).

Airport Information

Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

This airport is your gateway to flights to Cape Town from Recife. It's conveniently located near the city centre, making your journey smoother. With a wide range of amenities and services, REC offers a comfortable travel experience. Book your flights to Cape Town from Recife now!

Main Airlines for this Route

While several airlines might operate flights to Cape Town from Recife, availability changes frequently. Check out eDreams to see the most up-to-date options for your preferred travel dates and find the best deals on flights to Cape Town from Recife.

  • TAP Air Portugal
  • LATAM
  • Lufthansa

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is primarily served by one major airport, making your travel planning easier when booking your flights to Cape Town from Recife.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport offers a range of facilities to make your journey smoother, such as duty-free shops, restaurants, car hire services, and premium lounges. You can find currency exchange, ATMs and banking services as well. For those travelling with little ones, baby changing facilities are available, and medical services are also on hand should you need them.

Getting to the city centre is straightforward. The MyCiTi bus service operates between 5:00 am and midnight, taking around 30 minutes and costing between R60-R100. Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, with fares ranging from R300-R400. Alternatively, several car rental companies, including eDreams, operate at the airport, offering you greater flexibility during your trip. Pre-booking your car is often recommended, particularly at peak times, and lets you start exploring Cape Town and its surrounding areas straight after you've landed. If you are considering car rental options for your flights to Cape Town from Recife, eDreams offers a seamless booking experience.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

Planning your flights to Cape Town from Recife? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Cape Town offers a blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and historical significance. Here are some must-do activities:

  • Table Mountain: Ascend to the summit of this iconic landmark via cable car or hiking trail for panoramic city views. Enjoy breathtaking vistas and explore the unique flora and fauna of this natural wonder.
  • Cape Point Nature Reserve: Embark on a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak Drive to reach Cape Point, where you can encounter wildlife such as baboons and antelope. Explore marked hiking trails and discover hidden tidal pools.
  • Robben Island: Take a ferry to Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and delve into the history of South Africa's struggle against apartheid. Reflect on Nelson Mandela's imprisonment at this poignant historical site.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Recife to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Recife to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Recife to Cape Town is R14025. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Recife to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs about $ 25.00 ZAR, 25% more expensive than Recife, with a fare of $ 20.06 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 51% more at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 13.24 ZAR at Recife.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 170.00 ZAR in Cape Town, 124% more than the 75.90 ZAR in Recife.

The price of the coffee is around 9% more expensive in Cape Town, with an average of 36.31 ZAR , while in Recife the coffee costs 33.16 ZAR.

How is the weather in Cape Town compared to Recife?
While in Recife the temperatures can reach an average of 30.43 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 2.3 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 28.98 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the 23.62 ºC average degrees reported in Recife. During the winter period, Recife can register 2.3 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12 mm rain level.

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