Airport Comparison
| BOG | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Dorado International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | BOG | REC |
| ICAO Code | SKBO | SBRF |
| City | Bogota | Recife |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 8,361 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 4.700000, -74.150000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Bogota (BOG) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,579 kilometers (2,845 miles / 2,472 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 Colombia with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:27 in Bogota, it's 05:27 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,328 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than El Dorado International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 El Dorado International Airport (BOG) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.