The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,786 kilometers (6,080 miles / 5,284 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 101°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:20 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 16:20 in Recife. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,317 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.