Car rental at Recife airport (REC): rental companies and tips

Rental companies at the airport

Car rental companies operating at Recife airport (REC) and where to find them. The airport is 11 km from Recife. See also the airport guide for general information.

Recife Airport features several authorized car rental companies with service desks situated on the Ground Floor, in the public arrivals concourse. Vehicle handover and return take place in the dedicated airport parking section.

Car Rental Companies

Asa Rent A Car
Regional operator catering to business and leisure travelers.
Hours: Open 24 hours.

Movida
Modern fleet with wide-ranging vehicle categories.
Hours: Open 24 hours.

Unidas
Comprehensive rental options for short- and long-term travel.
Hours: Open 24 hours.

Price Comparison

To secure vehicle availability and compare competitive rates among on-site and off-site rental agencies, booking in advance is strongly recommended:

Reservations: Search for car rentals at Recife Airport.

Requirements for Renting a Vehicle

To collect a rental vehicle at Recife Airport, the following documents and requirements typically apply:

Driver's License: Brazilian nationals must present a valid CNH. Foreign visitors may present their home-country driver's license together with a valid passport or identity document for tourist stays. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in certain circumstances.
Minimum Age: Most companies require drivers to be at least 21 years old. Drivers aged 18 to 20 may be allowed upon payment of a daily young driver fee.
Credit Card: A physical credit card in the primary renter's name is required to hold the security deposit guarantee.
Driving History: Several agencies enforce a minimum requirement of 2 years of holding a valid license.

Companies, opening hours and desk locations can change. Check with the rental company before booking.

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Tips for renting a car in Brazil

Check that your driver's license is valid in Brazil. Some countries also ask for an International Driving Permit (IDP), which is only valid together with your national license.
Review what the rental includes: collision damage waiver, third-party liability and the deductible. Most companies also hold a deposit on a credit card in the driver's name.
Learn the local rules before you drive: speed limits, right of way, alcohol limits and tolls.
Check which side of the road traffic drives on and where the steering wheel is.
At pickup, photograph the car (inside and out) and the fuel level, and keep the photos until the deposit is returned.
Know what to do in an accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.

Find the rental desks and parking on the REC airport map.

Not driving? See other ways to get to and from REC. Returning the car or picking someone up: parking at REC.

Content written by German Giudici

Creator of the Aeropuertos del Mundo website network since 2007.