Airport Comparison
| JUL | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Inca Manco Capac International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | JUL | REC |
| ICAO Code | SPJL | SBRF |
| City | Juliaca | Recife |
| Country | Peru | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Lima | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 12,552 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.470000, -70.160000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Juliaca (JUL) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Inca Manco Capac International Airport (JUL) in Juliaca, Peru to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 3,916 kilometers (2,433 miles / 2,115 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 82°.
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 an international route connecting Peru with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:56 in Juliaca, it's 23:56 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 12,519 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Inca Manco Capac International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Juliaca (JUL) follows a heading of 255° (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 Inca Manco Capac International Airport (JUL) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.