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Airport Comparison
| RAO | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leite Lopes Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | RAO | REC |
| ICAO Code | SBRP | SBRF |
| City | Ribeirao Preto | Recife |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,806 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -21.140000, -47.780000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Ribeirao Preto (RAO) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 1,999 kilometers (1,242 miles / 1,079 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 11:41 in Ribeirao Preto, it's 11:41 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,773 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Leite Lopes Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Ribeirao Preto (RAO) follows a heading of 222° (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 Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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