The flight distance from Gamarmalamo Airport (GLX) in Galela-Celebes Island, Indonesia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 17,977 kilometers (11,170 miles / 9,707 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:42 in Galela-Celebes Island, it's 11:42 in Recife. With a 12-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 Recife (REC) to Galela-Celebes Island (GLX) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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