The flight distance from Glentanner Airport (GTN) in Glentanner Station, New Zealand to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 13,703 kilometers (8,514 miles / 7,399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:09 in Glentanner Station, it's 22:09 in Recife. With a 16-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 1,791 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Glentanner Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Glentanner Station (GTN) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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