Airport Comparison
| REC | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | YYC |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | CYYC |
| City | Recife | Calgary |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
Recife (REC) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 9,960 kilometers (6,189 miles / 5,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 05:27 in Recife, it's 01:27 in Calgary. 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 3,524 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) 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 Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.