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Airport Comparison
| COU | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Columbia Regional Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | COU | REC |
| ICAO Code | KCOU | SBRF |
| City | Columbia | Recife |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 889 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.820000, -92.220000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Columbia (COU) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) in Columbia, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 7,878 kilometers (4,895 miles / 4,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:19 in Columbia, it's 03:19 in Recife.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Columbia (COU) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Columbia Regional Airport (COU) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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