Airport Comparison
| REC | SFH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | San Felipe International Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | SFH |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | MMSF |
| City | Recife | N/A |
| Country | Brazil | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Tijuana |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 148 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 30.930000, -114.810000 |
Recife (REC) to San Felipe International Airport (SFH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to San Felipe International Airport (SFH) in San Felipe International Airport, Mexico is 9,520 kilometers (5,916 miles / 5,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Mexico. 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 16:42 in Recife, it's 11:42 in San Felipe International Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from San Felipe International Airport (SFH) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 102° (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 San Felipe International Airport (SFH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.