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Airport Comparison
Recife (REC) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 4,665 kilometers (2,898 miles / 2,519 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
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 Peru. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:40 in Recife, it's 16:40 in Rioja.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,674 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 95° (east). 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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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