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Airport Comparison
| RCU | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Area De Material Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | RCU | REC |
| ICAO Code | SAOC | SBRF |
| City | Rio Cuarto | Recife |
| Country | Argentina | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,380 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.090000, -64.260000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Rio Cuarto (RCU) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Area De Material Airport (RCU) in Rio Cuarto, Argentina to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,097 kilometers (2,546 miles / 2,212 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
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 Argentina with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:18 in Rio Cuarto, it's 00:18 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,347 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Area De Material Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Rio Cuarto (RCU) follows a heading of 223° (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 Area De Material Airport (RCU) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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