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Distance from Guarulhos to Recife

Straight line

2,111 km
1,311 mi · 1,140 NM

By road

2,627 km
1,632 mi

Travel time

36 h 42 min
flight ≈ 3 h 8 min

Direction

NE 38°
initial bearing

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How far is Guarulhos from Recife?

Guarulhos (Brazil) and Recife (Brazil) are quite far apart: 2,111 km in a straight line, that is 1,311 miles or 1,140 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Guarulhos to Recife is 2,627 km (1,632 miles), about 36 h 42 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 24% longer than the straight line.

From Guarulhos, Recife lies to the north-east (initial bearing 38°). Both cities are in Brazil. The halfway point is at -15.8359°, -40.4840°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 8 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Guarulhos from Recife?

By road it is 2,627 km (1,632 miles) from Guarulhos to Recife; in a straight line it is 2,111 km (1,311 miles).

How long is the drive from Guarulhos to Recife?

About 36 h 42 min on the fastest route (2,627 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Recife from Guarulhos?

Recife is to the north-east of Guarulhos, at an initial bearing of 38°.

How long is the flight from Guarulhos to Recife?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 8 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.