Airport Comparison
| REC | YAG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Fort Frances Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | YAG |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | CYAG |
| City | Recife | Fort Frances |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 1,125 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 48.650000, -93.440000 |
Recife (REC) to Fort Frances (YAG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Fort Frances Municipal Airport (YAG) in Fort Frances, Canada is 8,494 kilometers (5,278 miles / 4,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 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 21:53 in Recife, it's 18:53 in Fort Frances. 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 1,092 feet between the two airports. Fort Frances Municipal Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Frances (YAG) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 120° (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 Fort Frances Municipal Airport (YAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.