Airport Comparison
| PHE | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port Hedland International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | PHE | REC |
| ICAO Code | YPPD | SBRF |
| City | Port Hedland | Recife |
| Country | Australia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.380000, 118.630000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Port Hedland (PHE) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) in Port Hedland, Australia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 15,724 kilometers (9,770 miles / 8,490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.
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 16:25 in Port Hedland, it's 05:25 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 Port Hedland (PHE) follows a heading of 138° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.