Airport Comparison
| REC | THM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Thompson Falls Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | THM |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | KTHM |
| City | Recife | Thompson Falls |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 2,467 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 47.600000, -115.300000 |
Recife (REC) to Thompson Falls (THM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Thompson Falls Airport (THM) in Thompson Falls, United States is 9,962 kilometers (6,190 miles / 5,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 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 12:39 in Recife, it's 08:39 in Thompson Falls. 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 2,434 feet between the two airports. Thompson Falls Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Thompson Falls (THM) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 103° (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 Thompson Falls Airport (THM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.