Airport Comparison
| JHF | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | JHF | REC |
| ICAO Code | SBHJ | SBRF |
| City | São Roque | Recife |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 2,549 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.430000, -47.170000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
São Roque (JHF) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport (JHF) in São Roque, Brazil to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 2,145 kilometers (1,333 miles / 1,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.
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 06:00 in São Roque, it's 06:00 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,516 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to São Roque (JHF) follows a heading of 216° (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 São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport (JHF) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.