BLF
Bluefield
United States
6,973 km
4,333 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
6,973 km
4,333 mi / 3,765 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
126°
southeast

Airport Comparison

BLF REC
Airport Name Mercer County Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code BLF REC
ICAO Code KBLF SBRF
City Bluefield Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Recife
Elevation 2,857 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 37.300000, -81.210000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Bluefield (BLF) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mercer County Airport (BLF) in Bluefield, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 6,973 kilometers (4,333 miles / 3,765 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.

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 10:41 in Bluefield, it's 12:41 in Recife.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,824 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Mercer County Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Bluefield (BLF) follows a heading of 320° (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 Mercer County Airport (BLF) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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