The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) in Grand Forks, Canada is 10,220 kilometers (6,351 miles / 5,519 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 16:57 in Recife, it's 11:57 in Grand Forks. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,687 feet between the two airports. Grand Forks Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

The return flight from Grand Forks (ZGF) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 100° (east). 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 Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.