Airport Comparison
| BUN | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gerardo Tobar Lopez Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | BUN | REC |
| ICAO Code | SKBU | SBRF |
| City | Buenaventura | Recife |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 48 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.820000, -76.990000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Buenaventura (BUN) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gerardo Tobar Lopez Airport (BUN) in Buenaventura, Colombia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,851 kilometers (3,015 miles / 2,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.
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 18:21 in Buenaventura, it's 20:21 in Recife.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Buenaventura (BUN) follows a heading of 284° (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 Gerardo Tobar Lopez Airport (BUN) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.