The flight distance from Mae Hong Son Airport (PYY) in Mae Hong Son, Thailand to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 14,842 kilometers (9,223 miles / 8,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 Thailand 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 22:29 in Mae Hong Son, it's 12:29 in Recife. With a 10-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 1,238 feet between the two airports. Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport sits lower than Mae Hong Son Airport.

The return flight from Recife (REC) to Mae Hong Son (PYY) follows a heading of 71° (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 Mae Hong Son Airport (PYY) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.