Airport Comparison
| HKG | REC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | REC |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | SBRF |
| City | Hong Kong | Recife |
| Country | Hong Kong | Brazil |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/Recife |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | -8.130000, -34.920000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 16,331 kilometers (10,147 miles / 8,818 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.
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 Hong Kong 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 17:41 in Hong Kong, it's 06:41 in Recife. With a 11-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 Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 61° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.