Airport Comparison
| REC | SPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field |
| IATA Code | REC | SPA |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | KSPA |
| City | Recife | Spartanburg |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 802 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 34.920000, -81.960000 |
Recife (REC) to Spartanburg (SPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field (SPA) in Spartanburg, United States is 6,874 kilometers (4,271 miles / 3,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 11:26 in Recife, it's 09:26 in Spartanburg.
The return flight from Spartanburg (SPA) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 125° (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 Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field (SPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.