Airport Comparison
| GIG | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | REC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SBRF |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Recife |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 1,859 kilometers (1,155 miles / 1,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 04:24 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 04:24 in Recife.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 208° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.