The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) in Richmond, Australia is 15,336 kilometers (9,529 miles / 8,281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south at a heading of 187°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:09 in Recife, it's 18:09 in Richmond. With a 14-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 Richmond (XRH) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 172° (south). 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 RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.