How to get from Brasilia to Recife
There are 2 ways to get from Brasilia to Recife: flight and car. The fastest is by flight (~2 h 40 min). It's about 1.654 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 2 h 40 min | 1.654 km | Airlines: City Connexion Airlines, Oceanair, TAM Brazilian Airlines |
Car | 25 h 20 minestimated | 2.150 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Brasilia y Recife dura aproximadamente 2 h 40 min (1.654 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En auto son unos 2.150 km por ruta, cerca de 25 h 20 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Brasilia to Recife?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~2 h 40 min and by car ~25 h 20 min.
Are there flights from Brasilia to Recife?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Brasilia–Recife route is operated by City Connexion Airlines, Oceanair and TAM Brazilian Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 2 h 40 min and covers about 1.654 km.
How long does it take to drive from Brasilia to Recife?
It's about 2.150 km by road, roughly 25 h 20 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Brasilia and Recife?
In a straight line it's about 1.654 km between Brasilia and Recife.
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