Airport Comparison
| PUQ | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | PUQ | REC |
| ICAO Code | SCCI | SBRF |
| City | Punta Arenas | Recife |
| Country | Chile | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Punta_Arenas | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 139 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -53.000000, -70.850000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Punta Arenas (PUQ) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) in Punta Arenas, Chile to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 5,945 kilometers (3,694 miles / 3,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.
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 Chile with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:14 in Punta Arenas, it's 18:14 in Recife.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Punta Arenas (PUQ) follows a heading of 206° (south 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 Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.