Airport Comparison
| REC | SOX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | SOX |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SKSO |
| City | Recife | Sogamoso |
| Country | Brazil | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 8,155 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 5.680000, -72.970000 |
Recife (REC) to Sogamoso (SOX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport (SOX) in Sogamoso, Colombia is 4,490 kilometers (2,790 miles / 2,425 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.
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 Colombia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:52 in Recife, it's 05:52 in Sogamoso.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,122 feet between the two airports. Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Sogamoso (SOX) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 110° (east southeast). 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 Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport (SOX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.