Airport Comparison
| REC | WPC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Pincher Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | WPC |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | CZPC |
| City | Recife | Pincher Creek |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 3,903 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 49.520000, -114.000000 |
Recife (REC) to Pincher Creek (WPC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Pincher Creek Airport (WPC) in Pincher Creek, Canada is 9,917 kilometers (6,162 miles / 5,355 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 Brazil with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:40 in Recife, it's 08:40 in Pincher Creek. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,870 feet between the two airports. Pincher Creek Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Pincher Creek (WPC) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Pincher Creek Airport (WPC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.