Airport Comparison
| BSB | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | REC |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | SBRF |
| City | Brasilia | Recife |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 1,654 kilometers (1,028 miles / 893 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 05:29 in Brasilia, it's 05:29 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,464 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 237° (west 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 Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.