The flight distance from Sierra Vista Municipal-Libby Army Air Field (FHU) in Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,124 kilometers (5,670 miles / 4,927 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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 08:15 in Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista, it's 12:15 in Recife. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,686 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Sierra Vista Municipal-Libby Army Air Field.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista (FHU) follows a heading of 304° (west 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 Sierra Vista Municipal-Libby Army Air Field (FHU) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.