Airport Comparison
| DBT | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Debre Tabor Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | DBT | REC |
| ICAO Code | HADT | SBRF |
| City | Debre Tabor | Recife |
| Country | Ethiopia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 8,490 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 11.970000, 38.000000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Debre Tabor (DBT) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) in Debre Tabor, Ethiopia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 8,364 kilometers (5,197 miles / 4,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.
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 Ethiopia with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:55 in Debre Tabor, it's 06:55 in Recife. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,457 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Debre Tabor Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Debre Tabor (DBT) follows a heading of 75° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.