The flight distance from Columbia Airport (COA) in Columbia, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 10,172 kilometers (6,321 miles / 5,492 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:01 in Columbia, it's 14:01 in Recife. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,088 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Columbia Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Columbia (COA) follows a heading of 308° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Columbia Airport (COA) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.