The flight distance from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) in Ranchi, India to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 13,446 kilometers (8,355 miles / 7,260 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 India 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 14:40 in Ranchi, it's 06:10 in Recife. With a 8.5-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 2,115 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Birsa Munda Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Ranchi (IXR) follows a heading of 68° (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 Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.