AEX
Alexandria
United States
7,530 km
4,679 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
7,530 km
4,679 mi / 4,066 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
115°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

AEX REC
Airport Name Alexandria International Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code AEX REC
ICAO Code KAEX SBRF
City Alexandria Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Recife
Elevation 88 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 31.330000, -92.550000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Alexandria (AEX) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alexandria International Airport (AEX) in Alexandria, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,530 kilometers (4,679 miles / 4,066 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:45 in Alexandria, it's 07:45 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Alexandria (AEX) follows a heading of 309° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alexandria International Airport (AEX) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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