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Airport Comparison
| REC | RFD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Chicago/Rockford International Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | RFD |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | KRFD |
| City | Recife | Chicago/Rockford |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 742 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 42.200000, -89.100000 |
Recife (REC) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States is 7,837 kilometers (4,869 miles / 4,231 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:10 in Recife, it's 07:10 in Chicago/Rockford.
The return flight from Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 122° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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