Airport Comparison
| KTS | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Brevig Mission Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | KTS | REC |
| ICAO Code | PFKT | SBRF |
| City | Brevig Mission | Recife |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 38 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.330000, -166.470000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Brevig Mission (KTS) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Brevig Mission Airport (KTS) in Brevig Mission, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 12,647 kilometers (7,859 miles / 6,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
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 05:22 in Brevig Mission, it's 11:22 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.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Brevig Mission (KTS) follows a heading of 340° (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 Brevig Mission Airport (KTS) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.