Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 13, 2026, local time)
About 11h 41m 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 Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport is an international airport serving Recife, Brazil. Since 27 December 2001 it is named after the Recife-born Anthropologist and Sociologist Gilberto de Mello Freyre (1900–1987). Some of its facilities are shared with the Recife Air Force Base of the Brazilian Air Force.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
SBRFLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 9,865 ft / 3,007 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RECIFE APP | 119.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.650 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.850 MHz |
| OPS | RECIFE OPS | 122.500 MHz |
| TWR | RECIFE TWR | 122.800 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR-RECIFE | Class B | CTR | GND | FL035 |
| TMA-RECIFE | Class C | TMA | FL035 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Brazil airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 0 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 0 ft | — |
| TV Jormal | 420 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 413 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 413 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 335 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport?
The ICAO code for Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport is SBRF, and its IATA code is REC.
Where is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport located?
Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport is large airport located in Recife, Brazil, at an elevation of 33 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport have?
Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,865 ft / 3,007 m.
Which airlines fly to Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport include American Airlines, Azul, City Connexion Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Copa Airlines, Oceanair, among 9 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport?
Historical data lists 18 nonstop destinations from Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport in?
Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport is in the America/Recife time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 21.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport?
The nearest airport to Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport is Coroa do Avião Airport (BR-0856), about 17.1 nm to the n, followed by Itapessoca Airport and Usina União Industria Private Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.