The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico is 7,939 kilometers (4,933 miles / 4,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:27 in Recife, it's 12:27 in San Luis Potosi. 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 6,002 feet between the two airports. Ponciano Arriaga International Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). 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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.