The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) in Sokoto, Nigeria is 5,013 kilometers (3,115 miles / 2,707 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Brazil with Nigeria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:22 in Recife, it's 09:22 in Sokoto. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sokoto (SKO) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 244° (west 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 Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.