Airport Comparison
| GBD | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Great Bend Municipal Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | GBD | REC |
| ICAO Code | KGBD | SBRF |
| City | Great Bend | Recife |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,887 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.340000, -98.860000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Great Bend (GBD) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Great Bend Municipal Airport (GBD) in Great Bend, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 8,375 kilometers (5,204 miles / 4,522 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.
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 06:05 in Great Bend, it's 09:05 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,854 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Great Bend Municipal Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Great Bend (GBD) follows a heading of 313° (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 Great Bend Municipal Airport (GBD) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.