Airport Comparison
Canela (QCN) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Canela Airport (QCN) in Canela, Brazil to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 2,888 kilometers (1,794 miles / 1,559 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 15:16 in Canela, it's 15:16 in Recife.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,690 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Canela Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Canela (QCN) follows a heading of 213° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Canela Airport (QCN) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.