Airport Comparison
| IRJ | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Capitan V A Almonacid Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | IRJ | REC |
| ICAO Code | SANL | SBRF |
| City | La Rioja | Recife |
| Country | Argentina | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,437 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.380000, -66.800000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
La Rioja (IRJ) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,080 kilometers (2,535 miles / 2,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.
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 05:54 in La Rioja, it's 05:54 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,404 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Capitan V A Almonacid Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to La Rioja (IRJ) follows a heading of 230° (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 Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.