Are there nonstop flights from Rio de Janeiro (SDU) to Recife (REC)?

No. The fastest connection is via Salvador, about 3h 12m of total flying time.

What is the fastest connection from Rio de Janeiro (SDU) to Recife (REC)?

via Salvador ≈ 3h 12m, via Belo Horizonte ≈ 3h 20m, via São Paulo ≈ 3h 52m (estimated flying time, excluding layovers).

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)・1,864 km

No nonstop flights. The fastest connection is via Salvador (SSA), about 3h 12m of flying time (layover not included).

None.

6 one-stop options, sorted by estimated flying time. Tap one to see the airlines on each leg and booking links.

Times are estimated from distance. Check schedules, frequency and availability with the airline or a booking site.