MDW
Chicago
United States
7,718 km
4,796 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
7,718 km
4,796 mi / 4,167 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
123°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MDW REC
Airport Name Chicago Midway International Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code MDW REC
ICAO Code KMDW SBRF
City Chicago Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Recife
Elevation 620 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 41.790000, -87.750000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Chicago (MDW) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,718 kilometers (4,796 miles / 4,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

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 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 05:02 in Chicago, it's 08:02 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 Chicago (MDW) follows a heading of 321° (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 Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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