LTS
Altus
United States
8,253 km
5,128 miles
REC
Recife
Brazil
Distance
8,253 km
5,128 mi / 4,456 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
112°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LTS REC
Airport Name Altus Afb Airport Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
IATA Code LTS REC
ICAO Code KLTS SBRF
City Altus Recife
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Recife
Elevation 1,382 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 34.670000, -99.270000 -8.130000, -34.920000

Altus (LTS) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Altus Afb Airport (LTS) in Altus, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 8,253 kilometers (5,128 miles / 4,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

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

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

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,349 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Altus Afb Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Altus (LTS) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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