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Airport Comparison
| REC | RGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | RGL |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SAWG |
| City | Recife | Rio Gallegos |
| Country | Brazil | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 61 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | -51.610000, -69.310000 |
Recife (REC) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 5,762 kilometers (3,580 miles / 3,111 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.
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 Argentina. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:19 in Recife, it's 09:19 in Rio Gallegos.
The return flight from Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 45° (northeast). 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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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