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Airport Comparison
| EOH | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | EOH | REC |
| ICAO Code | SKMD | SBRF |
| City | Medellin | Recife |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 4,949 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.220000, -75.590000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Medellin (EOH) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) in Medellin, Colombia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,784 kilometers (2,972 miles / 2,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.
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 22:42 in Medellin, it's 00:42 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,916 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Medellin (EOH) follows a heading of 288° (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 Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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