Airport Comparison
| KGZ | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Glacier Creek Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | KGZ | REC |
| ICAO Code | KKGZ | SBRF |
| City | Glacier Creek | Recife |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 2,380 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 61.460000, -142.380000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Glacier Creek (KGZ) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Glacier Creek Airport (KGZ) in Glacier Creek, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 11,724 kilometers (7,285 miles / 6,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.
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 05:33 in Glacier Creek, it's 11:33 in Recife. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,347 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Glacier Creek Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Glacier Creek (KGZ) follows a heading of 332° (north 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 Glacier Creek Airport (KGZ) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.