How to get from Recife to Maceió
There are 3 ways to get from Recife to Maceió: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~50 min). By bus it's about 3 h 45 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 181 km in a straight line.
Compare ways to travel
| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 50 min | 181 km | Airlines: Azul |
Bus | 3 h 45 minestimated | 235 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 2 h 45 minestimated | 235 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 Recife y Maceió dura aproximadamente 50 min (181 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 3 h 45 min. En auto son unos 235 km por ruta, cerca de 2 h 45 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 Recife to Maceió?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~50 min, by bus ~3 h 45 min and by car ~2 h 45 min.
Are there flights from Recife to Maceió?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Recife–Maceió route is operated by Azul (may vary). The flight takes about 50 min and covers about 181 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Recife to Maceió?
Flying is much faster (~50 min vs ~3 h 45 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Recife to Maceió?
It's about 235 km by road, roughly 2 h 45 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Recife and Maceió?
In a straight line it's about 181 km between Recife and Maceió.
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