The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Rugao Air Base (RUG) in Rugao, China is 16,323 kilometers (10,143 miles / 8,814 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 China. 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 09:08 in Recife, it's 20:08 in Rugao. 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 Rugao (RUG) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). 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 Rugao Air Base (RUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.