Airport Comparison
| DGF | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Douglas Lake Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | DGF | REC |
| ICAO Code | CAL3 | SBRF |
| City | Douglas Lake | Recife |
| Country | Canada | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 2,770 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.170000, -120.170000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Douglas Lake (DGF) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Douglas Lake Airport (DGF) in Douglas Lake, Canada to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 10,365 kilometers (6,441 miles / 5,597 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 Canada 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 00:43 in Douglas Lake, it's 05:43 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 2,737 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Douglas Lake Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Douglas Lake (DGF) follows a heading of 320° (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 Douglas Lake Airport (DGF) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.