Airport Comparison
| LGS | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro D.R. Salomon Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | LGS | REC |
| ICAO Code | SAMM | SBRF |
| City | Malargue | Recife |
| Country | Argentina | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 4,685 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -35.490000, -69.570000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Malargue (LGS) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro D.R. Salomon Airport (LGS) in Malargue, Argentina to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,651 kilometers (2,890 miles / 2,511 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
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 Argentina with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:03 in Malargue, it's 23:03 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,652 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Comodoro D.R. Salomon Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Malargue (LGS) follows a heading of 224° (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 Comodoro D.R. Salomon Airport (LGS) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.