MQY
Smyrna
United States
7,286 km
4,527 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
7,286 km
4,527 mi / 3,934 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
122°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MQY REC
Airport Name Smyrna Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code MQY REC
ICAO Code KMQY SBRF
City Smyrna Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Recife
Elevation 543 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 36.010000, -86.520000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Smyrna (MQY) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Smyrna Airport (MQY) in Smyrna, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,286 kilometers (4,527 miles / 3,934 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

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 02:49 in Smyrna, it's 05:49 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 Smyrna (MQY) follows a heading of 316° (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 Smyrna Airport (MQY) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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