Airport Comparison
| REC | UIP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Quimper-Cornouaille Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | UIP |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | LFRQ |
| City | Recife | Quimper/Pluguffan |
| Country | Brazil | France |
| Timezone | America/Recife | Europe/Paris |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 297 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 47.980000, -4.170000 |
Recife (REC) to Quimper/Pluguffan (UIP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Quimper-Cornouaille Airport (UIP) in Quimper/Pluguffan, France is 6,930 kilometers (4,306 miles / 3,742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.
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 Brazil with France. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:30 in Recife, it's 18:30 in Quimper/Pluguffan. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Quimper/Pluguffan (UIP) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 215° (southwest). 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 Quimper-Cornouaille Airport (UIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.