Airport Comparison
| REC | RTN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Raton Municipal/Crews Field |
| IATA Code | REC | RTN |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | KRTN |
| City | Recife | Raton |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 6,352 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 36.740000, -104.500000 |
Recife (REC) to Raton (RTN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) in Raton, United States is 8,775 kilometers (5,453 miles / 4,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.
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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:54 in Recife, it's 10:54 in Raton. 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 6,319 feet between the two airports. Raton Municipal/Crews Field sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Raton (RTN) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 109° (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 Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.