LRU
Las Cruces
United States
8,835 km
5,490 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
8,835 km
5,490 mi / 4,770 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Denver
Heading
107°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LRU REC
Airport Name Las Cruces International Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code LRU REC
ICAO Code KLRU SBRF
City Las Cruces Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Denver America/Recife
Elevation 4,457 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 32.290000, -106.920000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Las Cruces (LRU) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Las Cruces International Airport (LRU) in Las Cruces, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 8,835 kilometers (5,490 miles / 4,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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 11:41 in Las Cruces, it's 15:41 in Recife. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,424 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Las Cruces International Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Las Cruces (LRU) 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 Las Cruces International Airport (LRU) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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