The flight distance from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) in Chiang Rai, Thailand to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 14,983 kilometers (9,310 miles / 8,090 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, 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 Thailand 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 16:47 in Chiang Rai, it's 06:47 in Recife. With a 10-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 1,247 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Chiang Rai International Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Chiang Rai (CEI) follows a heading of 70° (east 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 Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.