Direct (nonstop) flights from Recife to Maceio

1 airline flys nonstop from Guararapes (REC) to Zumbi Dos Palmares (MCZ). It's 112 miles (180 km), about 55m in the air. Operated by Azul.

REC
Guararapes
🇧🇷 Recife, Brazil
MCZ
Zumbi Dos Palmares
🇧🇷 Maceio, Brazil
Flight Time
55m
Distance
112 mi
180 km
CO₂/pax
21 kg
−83 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Azul
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Azul Azul

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azul AD Azul
Route
REC → MCZ
Flight Time
55m
Distance
112 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Recife to Maceio with one stop · direct emits 21 kg CO₂ per passenger

REC NAT (Natal) MCZ
Leg 1: 1h 5m (165 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (259 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 104 kg CO₂ (+395% vs. direct)
Leg 1
REC → NAT
1h 5m · 165 mi
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Leg 2
NAT → MCZ
1h 5m · 259 mi
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REC SSA (Salvador) MCZ
Leg 1: 1h 30m (402 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (290 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+629% vs. direct)
Leg 1
REC → SSA
1h 30m · 402 mi
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Leg 2
SSA → MCZ
1h 10m · 290 mi
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REC CNF (Belo Horizonte) MCZ
Leg 1: 2h 30m (996 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (884 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+1600% vs. direct)
Leg 1
REC → CNF
2h 30m · 996 mi
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Leg 2
CNF → MCZ
2h 10m · 884 mi
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REC BSB (Brasilia) MCZ
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,027 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (927 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 371 kg CO₂ (+1667% vs. direct)
Leg 1
REC → BSB
2h 45m · 1,027 mi
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Leg 2
BSB → MCZ
2h 25m · 927 mi
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REC GYN (Goiania) MCZ
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,128 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,028 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 390 kg CO₂ (+1757% vs. direct)
Leg 1
REC → GYN
2h 50m · 1,128 mi
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Leg 2
GYN → MCZ
2h 30m · 1,028 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Recife to Maceio?

A nonstop flight from Recife (REC) to Maceio (MCZ) takes approximately 0 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 112 miles (180 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Recife to Maceio?

Just Azul.

Is there a nonstop flight from Recife to Maceio?

Yes. 1 airline: Azul.

How far is Recife from Maceio?

The flight distance from Recife to Maceio is 112 miles (180 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Recife to Maceio?

At 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Recife to Maceio?

Roughly 21 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 105 km.

Is the return flight from Maceio to Recife also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Recife to Maceio?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Guararapes for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.