ALO
Waterloo
United States
8,091 km
5,027 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
8,091 km
5,027 mi / 4,369 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
119°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

ALO REC
Airport Name Waterloo Regional Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code ALO REC
ICAO Code KALO SBRF
City Waterloo Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Recife
Elevation 873 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 42.560000, -92.400000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Waterloo (ALO) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO) in Waterloo, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 8,091 kilometers (5,027 miles / 4,369 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:25 in Waterloo, it's 11:25 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Waterloo (ALO) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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