Airport Comparison
| CUA | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ciudad Constitucion Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | CUA | REC |
| ICAO Code | MMDA | SBRF |
| City | Ciudad Constitucion | Recife |
| Country | Mexico | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 213 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.050000, -111.610000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Ciudad Constitucion (CUA) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ciudad Constitucion Airport (CUA) in Ciudad Constitucion, Mexico to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,070 kilometers (5,636 miles / 4,898 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 16:09 in Ciudad Constitucion, it's 20:09 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 Ciudad Constitucion (CUA) follows a heading of 297° (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 Ciudad Constitucion Airport (CUA) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.