The flight distance from Ambilobe Airport (AMB) in Ambilobe Airport, Madagascar to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,148 kilometers (5,684 miles / 4,939 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

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 Madagascar with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:57 in Ambilobe Airport, it's 05:57 in Recife. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Ambilobe Airport (AMB) follows a heading of 102° (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 Ambilobe Airport (AMB) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.