Airport Comparison
| REC | YMM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Fort McMurray Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | YMM |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | CYMM |
| City | Recife | Fort McMurray |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 1,211 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 56.650000, -111.220000 |
Recife (REC) to Fort McMurray (YMM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Fort McMurray Airport (YMM) in Fort McMurray, Canada is 9,939 kilometers (6,176 miles / 5,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 09:57 in Recife, it's 05:57 in Fort McMurray. 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 1,178 feet between the two airports. Fort McMurray Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Fort McMurray (YMM) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 106° (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 Fort McMurray Airport (YMM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.