Airport Comparison
| LKY | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lake Manyara Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | LKY | REC |
| ICAO Code | HTLM | SBRF |
| City | Lake Manyara National Park | Recife |
| Country | Tanzania | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 4,150 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.380000, 35.820000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Lake Manyara National Park (LKY) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lake Manyara Airport (LKY) in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,836 kilometers (4,869 miles / 4,231 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 263°.
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 Tanzania with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:40 in Lake Manyara National Park, it's 19:40 in Recife. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,117 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Lake Manyara Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Lake Manyara National Park (LKY) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lake Manyara Airport (LKY) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.