The flight distance from Ely/Yelland Field (ELY) in Ely, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 9,724 kilometers (6,042 miles / 5,250 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:01 in Ely, it's 07:01 in Recife. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,227 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Ely/Yelland Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Ely (ELY) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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