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Airport Comparison
| REC | SAO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Campo de Marte Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | SAO |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SBMT |
| City | Recife | Sao Paulo |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 2,368 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | -23.510000, -46.640000 |
Recife (REC) to Sao Paulo (SAO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 2,118 kilometers (1,316 miles / 1,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.
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 07:28 in Recife, it's 07:28 in Sao Paulo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,335 feet between the two airports. Campo de Marte Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 38° (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 Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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