Airport Comparison
| REC | SCQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Santiago de Compostela Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | SCQ |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | LEST |
| City | Recife | Santiago de Compostela |
| Country | Brazil | Spain |
| Timezone | America/Recife | Europe/Madrid |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 1,213 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 42.900000, -8.420000 |
Recife (REC) to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain is 6,277 kilometers (3,900 miles / 3,389 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.
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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:11 in Recife, it's 19:11 in Santiago de Compostela. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,180 feet between the two airports. Santiago de Compostela Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 212° (south 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 Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.