Airport Comparison
| KHH | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kaohsiung International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | KHH | REC |
| ICAO Code | RCKH | SBRF |
| City | Kaohsiung City | Recife |
| Country | Taiwan | Brazil |
| Timezone | Asia/Taipei | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 31 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.580000, 120.350000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Kaohsiung City (KHH) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 16,923 kilometers (10,516 miles / 9,138 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.
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 Taiwan 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 12:47 in Kaohsiung City, it's 01:47 in Recife. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Kaohsiung City (KHH) follows a heading of 56° (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 Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.