Airport Comparison
Recife (REC) to Sharurah Airport (SHW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Sharurah Airport (SHW) in Sharurah Airport, Saudi Arabia is 9,444 kilometers (5,868 miles / 5,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.
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 Saudi Arabia. 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 20:17 in Recife, it's 02:17 in Sharurah Airport. With a 6-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 2,330 feet between the two airports. Sharurah Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The return flight from Sharurah Airport (SHW) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 260° (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 Sharurah Airport (SHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.