Airport Comparison
| CGZ | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Casa Grande Municipal Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | CGZ | REC |
| ICAO Code | KCGZ | SBRF |
| City | Casa Grande | Recife |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,464 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.000000, -111.800000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Casa Grande (CGZ) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Casa Grande Municipal Airport (CGZ) in Casa Grande, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,296 kilometers (5,776 miles / 5,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.
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 United States 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 21:36 in Casa Grande, it's 01:36 in Recife. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,431 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Casa Grande Municipal Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Casa Grande (CGZ) follows a heading of 305° (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 Casa Grande Municipal Airport (CGZ) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.