Airport Comparison
| ESR | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | ESR | REC |
| ICAO Code | SCES | SBRF |
| City | El Salvador | Recife |
| Country | Chile | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 5,240 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.310000, -69.770000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
El Salvador (ESR) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport (ESR) in El Salvador, Chile to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,195 kilometers (2,607 miles / 2,265 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.
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 Chile with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:41 in El Salvador, it's 06:41 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,207 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to El Salvador (ESR) 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 Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport (ESR) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.