Airport Comparison
| LJN | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | LJN | REC |
| ICAO Code | KLBX | SBRF |
| City | Angleton/Lake Jackson | Recife |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 25 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.110000, -95.460000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Angleton/Lake Jackson (LJN) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport (LJN) in Angleton/Lake Jackson, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,685 kilometers (4,775 miles / 4,149 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 06:13 in Angleton/Lake Jackson, it's 09:13 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Angleton/Lake Jackson (LJN) follows a heading of 305° (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 Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport (LJN) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.