The flight distance from Limon International Airport (LIO) in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 5,692 kilometers (3,537 miles / 3,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Costa Rica 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 14:45 in Puerto Limon, it's 17:45 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Puerto Limon (LIO) follows a heading of 290° (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 Limon International Airport (LIO) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.