Airport Comparison
| OUA | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ouagadougou Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | OUA | REC |
| ICAO Code | DFFD | SBRF |
| City | Ouagadougou | Recife |
| Country | Burkina Faso | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 12.350000, -1.510000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Ouagadougou (OUA) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 4,338 kilometers (2,696 miles / 2,342 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.
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 Burkina Faso with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:29 in Ouagadougou, it's 09:29 in Recife. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,004 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Ouagadougou Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Ouagadougou (OUA) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.