Petrolina to Arapiraca flights
Arapiraca lies 423 km (263 mi) east of Petrolina, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 18 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Petrolina | Arapiraca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 418,444 | 243,906 |
| Elevation | 383 m (1,257 ft) | 275 m (902 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Recife) | UTC-3 (America/Maceio) |
| Nearest large airport | PNZ, 9 km out | MCZ, 99 km out |
| Postal codes | 56300-000 | 57300-000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Petrolina
Petrolina is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,055 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Arapiraca
Arapiraca is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ), 99 km (62 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,537 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport | MCZ | 99 km (62 mi) | 8,537 ft | 387 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Arapiraca from Petrolina?
423 km (263 mi) in a straight line, east of Petrolina.
How long does it take to get from Petrolina to Arapiraca by air?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Petrolina and Arapiraca?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Petrolina to Arapiraca flights?
Typically Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) to Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.