The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Tsaratanana Airport (TTS) in Tsaratanana, Madagascar is 8,959 kilometers (5,567 miles / 4,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.

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 12:39 in Recife, it's 18:39 in Tsaratanana. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,040 feet between the two airports. Tsaratanana Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

The return flight from Tsaratanana (TTS) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 264° (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 Tsaratanana Airport (TTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.