The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Farafangana Airport (RVA) in Farafangana Airport, Madagascar is 8,918 kilometers (5,542 miles / 4,815 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with Madagascar. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:30 in Recife, it's 11:30 in Farafangana Airport. With a 6-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 Farafangana Airport (RVA) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 265° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Farafangana Airport (RVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.