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Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport

Recife, Brazil

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Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport

A domestic and international airport on the border between Recife and Jaboatão dos Guararapes, with modern architecture. It has many shops and restaurants and a terrace food hall, but boarding areas get crowded and seating is limited.

Highlights

  • Food hall terrace
  • Shops and restaurants
  • Modern architecture

Good to know

  • Only one domestic departure lounge
  • Official taxis run without meters
  • Currency exchange and ATM fees are high

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