The flight distance from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) in Hiroshima, Japan to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 16,836 kilometers (10,462 miles / 9,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 Japan 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 11:27 in Hiroshima, it's 23:27 in Recife. With a 12-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 1,055 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Hiroshima Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Hiroshima (HIJ) follows a heading of 21° (north 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 Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.