Airport Comparison
| REC | VLM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | VLM |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | SLVM |
| City | Recife | Villamontes |
| Country | Brazil | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 1,305 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | -21.260000, -63.410000 |
Recife (REC) to Villamontes (VLM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) in Villamontes, Bolivia is 3,385 kilometers (2,103 miles / 1,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.
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 Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:02 in Recife, it's 05:02 in Villamontes.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,272 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Villamontes (VLM) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.