The flight distance from Zanjan Airport (JWN) in Zanjan Airport, Iran to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,956 kilometers (6,186 miles / 5,376 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 259°.

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 Iran 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 13:46 in Zanjan Airport, it's 07:16 in Recife. With a 6.5-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 5,349 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Zanjan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Zanjan Airport (JWN) follows a heading of 53° (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 Zanjan Airport (JWN) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.