Airports Near Marechal Deodoro
The closest airports to Marechal Deodoro, Brazil: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Marechal Deodoro, Brazil is Zumbi dos Palmares Airport (MCZ), about 16 mi (25 km) away — roughly 30 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCZ | Zumbi dos Palmares AirportMaceio, Brazil | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Regional |
| QXC | Fazenda Sao Braz AirportBarra De Santo Antonio, Brazil | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Regional |
| APQ | Arapiraca AirportArapiraca, Brazil | 50 mi / 81 km | 1 hr 30 min | Regional |
| QGP | Garanhuns AirportGaranhuns, Brazil | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 41 min | Regional |
| CAU | Caruaru AirportCaruaru, Brazil | 99 mi / 159 km | 2 hr 18 min | Regional |
| AJU | Santa Maria AirportAracaju, Brazil | 119 mi / 191 km | 2 hr 46 min | Regional |
| REC | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International AirportRecife, Brazil | 128 mi / 206 km | 2 hr 59 min | International |
| PAV | Paulo Afonso AirportPaulo Afonso, Brazil | 162 mi / 261 km | 3 hr 46 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Zumbi dos Palmares Airport (MCZ) is the most convenient at about 16 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) (128 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Marechal Deodoro. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MCZ.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MCZ saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Marechal Deodoro is Zumbi dos Palmares Airport (MCZ), about 16 mi (25 km) away — roughly 30 min by road.