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Airport Comparison
| AFA | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | REC |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | SBRF |
| City | San Rafael | Recife |
| Country | Argentina | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,507 kilometers (2,801 miles / 2,434 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
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 Argentina with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:08 in San Rafael, it's 23:08 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,437 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 224° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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