Airport Comparison
| REC | VIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Juan Pablo Perez Alfonso Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | VIG |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SVVG |
| City | Recife | El Vigia |
| Country | Brazil | Venezuela |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 250 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 8.620000, -71.670000 |
Recife (REC) to El Vigia (VIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Juan Pablo Perez Alfonso Airport (VIG) in El Vigia, Venezuela is 4,477 kilometers (2,782 miles / 2,418 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 Venezuela. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:34 in Recife, it's 11:34 in El Vigia.
The return flight from El Vigia (VIG) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 114° (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 Juan Pablo Perez Alfonso Airport (VIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.