Airport Comparison
| PPE | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Puerto Penasco International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | PPE | REC |
| ICAO Code | MMPE | SBRF |
| City | Puerto Penasco | Recife |
| Country | Mexico | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.360000, -113.530000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Puerto Penasco (PPE) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) in Puerto Penasco, Mexico to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,412 kilometers (5,848 miles / 5,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:27 in Puerto Penasco, it's 13:27 in Recife. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Puerto Penasco (PPE) follows a heading of 303° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.