Airport Comparison
| JOH | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port St Johns Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | JOH | REC |
| ICAO Code | FAPJ | SBRF |
| City | Port St Johns | Recife |
| Country | South Africa | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,227 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -31.610000, 29.520000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Port St Johns (JOH) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port St Johns Airport (JOH) in Port St Johns, South Africa to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,120 kilometers (4,424 miles / 3,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 277°.
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 South Africa 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 05:13 in Port St Johns, it's 00:13 in Recife. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,194 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Port St Johns Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Port St Johns (JOH) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Port St Johns Airport (JOH) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.