Airport Comparison
| REC | YQW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | North Battleford Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | YQW |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | CYQW |
| City | Recife | North Battleford |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 1,799 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 52.770000, -108.240000 |
Recife (REC) to North Battleford (YQW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to North Battleford Airport (YQW) in North Battleford, Canada is 9,629 kilometers (5,983 miles / 5,199 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 18:19 in Recife, it's 15:19 in North Battleford. 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 1,766 feet between the two airports. North Battleford Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from North Battleford (YQW) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 108° (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 North Battleford Airport (YQW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.