The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Fianarantsoa Airport (WFI) in Fianarantsoa Airport, Madagascar is 8,858 kilometers (5,504 miles / 4,783 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.

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 13:38 in Recife, it's 19:38 in Fianarantsoa 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,625 feet between the two airports. Fianarantsoa Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

The return flight from Fianarantsoa Airport (WFI) 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 Fianarantsoa Airport (WFI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.