Airport Comparison
| REC | YEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Elliot Lake Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | YEL |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | CYEL |
| City | Recife | Elliot Lake |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Recife | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 1,087 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 46.350000, -82.560000 |
Recife (REC) to Elliot Lake (YEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) in Elliot Lake, Canada is 7,674 kilometers (4,769 miles / 4,144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 03:55 in Recife, it's 01:55 in Elliot Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,054 feet between the two airports. Elliot Lake Municipal Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Elliot Lake (YEL) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 128° (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 Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.