The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) in Show Low, United States is 9,171 kilometers (5,699 miles / 4,952 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:44 in Recife, it's 11:44 in Show Low. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,383 feet between the two airports. Show Low Regional Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Show Low (SOW) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 105° (east 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 Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.