Airport Comparison
| CUB | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jim Hamilton L B Owens Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | CUB | REC |
| ICAO Code | KCUB | SBRF |
| City | Columbia | Recife |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 193 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.970000, -81.000000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Columbia (CUB) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jim Hamilton L B Owens Airport (CUB) in Columbia, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 6,742 kilometers (4,189 miles / 3,640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
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 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 14:58 in Columbia, it's 16:58 in Recife.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Columbia (CUB) follows a heading of 317° (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 Jim Hamilton L B Owens Airport (CUB) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.