The flight distance from Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) in Galbraith Lake, United States to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 11,833 kilometers (7,352 miles / 6,389 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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 05:18 in Galbraith Lake, it's 11:18 in Recife. 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 2,630 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Galbraith Lake Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Galbraith Lake (GBH) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.