Airport Comparison
| REC | SMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Franco Bianco Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | SMB |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SCSB |
| City | Recife | Cerro Sombrero |
| Country | Brazil | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Punta_Arenas |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 104 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | -52.740000, -69.330000 |
Recife (REC) to Cerro Sombrero (SMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile is 5,852 kilometers (3,636 miles / 3,160 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.
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 Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:21 in Recife, it's 15:21 in Cerro Sombrero.
The return flight from Cerro Sombrero (SMB) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 45° (northeast). 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 Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.