Airport Comparison
| ING | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lago Argentino Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | ING | REC |
| ICAO Code | SAWA | SBRF |
| City | El Calafate | Recife |
| Country | Argentina | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 732 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -50.340000, -72.250000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
El Calafate (ING) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lago Argentino Airport (ING) in El Calafate, Argentina to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 5,818 kilometers (3,615 miles / 3,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.
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 Argentina with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:15 in El Calafate, it's 11:15 in Recife.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to El Calafate (ING) follows a heading of 209° (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 Lago Argentino Airport (ING) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.