Airport Comparison
Mount Isa (ISA) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) in Mount Isa, Australia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 16,756 kilometers (10,412 miles / 9,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 191°.
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 Australia 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 15:15 in Mount Isa, it's 02:15 in Recife. With a 13-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 1,088 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Mount Isa Airport.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Mount Isa (ISA) follows a heading of 169° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mount Isa Airport (ISA) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.