LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,384 km
4,588 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
7,384 km
4,588 mi / 3,987 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/London
Heading
218°
southwest

Airport Comparison

LGW REC
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code LGW REC
ICAO Code EGKK SBRF
City London Recife
Country United Kingdom Brazil
Timezone Europe/London America/Recife
Elevation 202 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -8.130000, -34.920000

London (LGW) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,384 kilometers (4,588 miles / 3,987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 218°.

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 United Kingdom with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:25 in London, it's 05:25 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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