Airport Comparison
Almaty (ALA) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Almaty International Airport (ALA) in Almaty, Kazakhstan to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 12,397 kilometers (7,703 miles / 6,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 279°.
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 Kazakhstan with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:14 in Almaty, it's 04:14 in Recife. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,205 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Almaty International Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Almaty (ALA) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Almaty International Airport (ALA) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.