MOT
Minot
United States
8,992 km
5,587 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
8,992 km
5,587 mi / 4,855 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
113°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MOT REC
Airport Name Minot International Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code MOT REC
ICAO Code KMOT SBRF
City Minot Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Recife
Elevation 1,716 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 48.260000, -101.280000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Minot (MOT) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minot International Airport (MOT) in Minot, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 8,992 kilometers (5,587 miles / 4,855 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 05:19 in Minot, it's 08:19 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,683 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Minot International Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Minot (MOT) follows a heading of 322° (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 Minot International Airport (MOT) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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