Airport Comparison
| REC | RKT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | Ras Al Khaimah International Airport |
| IATA Code | REC | RKT |
| ICAO Code | SBRF | OMRK |
| City | Recife | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Country | Brazil | United Arab Emirates |
| Timezone | America/Recife | Asia/Dubai |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 102 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.130000, -34.920000 | 25.610000, 55.940000 |
Recife (REC) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates is 10,483 kilometers (6,514 miles / 5,660 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.
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 Brazil with United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:57 in Recife, it's 15:57 in Ras Al Khaimah. With a 7-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 Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 263° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.