Airports Near Cabo
The closest airports to Cabo, Brazil: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Cabo, Brazil is Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), about 13 mi (21 km) away — roughly 44 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REC | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International AirportRecife, Brazil | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | International |
| CAU | Caruaru AirportCaruaru, Brazil | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr | Regional |
| JPA | Presidente Castro Pinto AirportJoao Pessoa, Brazil | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | Regional |
| QXC | Fazenda Sao Braz AirportBarra De Santo Antonio, Brazil | 83 mi / 134 km | 1 hr 56 min | Regional |
| CPV | Presidente Joao Suassuna AirportCampina Grande, Brazil | 91 mi / 147 km | 2 hr 7 min | Regional |
| MCZ | Zumbi dos Palmares AirportMaceio, Brazil | 99 mi / 160 km | 2 hr 19 min | Regional |
| QGP | Garanhuns AirportGaranhuns, Brazil | 106 mi / 170 km | 2 hr 27 min | Regional |
| APQ | Arapiraca AirportArapiraca, Brazil | 150 mi / 241 km | 3 hr 29 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) is the most convenient at about 13 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Cabo. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with REC.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near REC saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Cabo is Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), about 13 mi (21 km) away — roughly 44 min by road.