Airport Comparison
| REC | XMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Coronel E Carvajal Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | XMS |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SEMC |
| City | Recife | Macas |
| Country | Brazil | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 3,452 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | -2.300000, -78.120000 |
Recife (REC) to Macas (XMS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) in Macas, Ecuador is 4,824 kilometers (2,998 miles / 2,605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 275°.
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 Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:51 in Recife, it's 05:51 in Macas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,419 feet between the two airports. Coronel E Carvajal Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Macas (XMS) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.