Airport Comparison
| LJU | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | LJU | REC |
| ICAO Code | LJLJ | SBRF |
| City | Ljubljana | Recife |
| Country | Slovenia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Europe/Ljubljana | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,273 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.220000, 14.460000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Ljubljana (LJU) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) in Ljubljana, Slovenia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,771 kilometers (4,829 miles / 4,196 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.
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 Slovenia 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 06:01 in Ljubljana, it's 02:01 in Recife. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,240 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Ljubljana (LJU) follows a heading of 34° (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 Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.