El Recreo Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 12h 13m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About El Recreo Airport
El Recreo Airport is a small airport in Ruperto Polania, Colombia (IATA ELJ). It sits at an elevation of 900 ft (274 m). It observes America/Bogota local time. The nearest airport is Caquetania Airport (CQT), about 5.4 nm to the wnw.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from El Recreo Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for El Recreo Airport?
El Recreo Airport uses the IATA code ELJ.
Where is El Recreo Airport located?
El Recreo Airport is small airport located in Ruperto Polania, Colombia, at an elevation of 900 ft (274 m).
What time zone is El Recreo Airport in?
El Recreo Airport is in the America/Bogota time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at El Recreo Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at El Recreo Airport is approximately 8.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near El Recreo Airport?
The nearest airport to El Recreo Airport is Caquetania Airport (CQT), about 5.4 nm to the wnw, followed by La Macarena Airport and Candilejas Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. El Recreo Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.