Airport Comparison
| REC | VLN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Arturo Michelena International Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | VLN |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SVVA |
| City | Recife | Valencia |
| Country | Brazil | Venezuela |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 10.150000, -67.930000 |
Recife (REC) to Valencia (VLN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) in Valencia, Venezuela is 4,182 kilometers (2,598 miles / 2,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.
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 08:10 in Recife, it's 07:10 in Valencia.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,378 feet between the two airports. Arturo Michelena International Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Valencia (VLN) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 118° (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 Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.