Airport Comparison
| PGZ | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ponta Grossa Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | PGZ | REC |
| ICAO Code | SSZW | SBRF |
| City | Ponta Grossa | Recife |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 2,588 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -25.180000, -50.140000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Ponta Grossa (PGZ) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ponta Grossa Airport (PGZ) in Ponta Grossa, Brazil to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 2,489 kilometers (1,547 miles / 1,344 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 09:33 in Ponta Grossa, it's 09:33 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,555 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Ponta Grossa Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Ponta Grossa (PGZ) follows a heading of 219° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ponta Grossa Airport (PGZ) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.