Airport Comparison
| REC | SFL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Sao Filipe Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | SFL |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | GVSF |
| City | Recife | Sao Filipe |
| Country | Brazil | Cape Verde |
| Timezone | America/Recife | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 617 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 14.880000, -24.480000 |
Recife (REC) to Sao Filipe (SFL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde is 2,806 kilometers (1,743 miles / 1,515 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.
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 an international route connecting Brazil with Cape Verde. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:39 in Recife, it's 20:39 in Sao Filipe.
The return flight from Sao Filipe (SFL) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 205° (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 Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.