Airport Comparison
Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,761 kilometers (6,065 miles / 5,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.
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 Greenland 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 14:48 in Qaanaaq, it's 15:48 in Recife.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) follows a heading of 353° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.