Airport Comparison
Kingaroy Airport (KGY) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kingaroy Airport (KGY) in Kingaroy Airport, Australia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 16,087 kilometers (9,996 miles / 8,686 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.
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 Australia with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:46 in Kingaroy Airport, it's 04:46 in Recife. With a 13-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 1,459 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Kingaroy Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Kingaroy Airport (KGY) follows a heading of 190° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kingaroy Airport (KGY) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.