The flight distance from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil to Secunda Airport (ZEC) in Secunda, South Africa is 7,032 kilometers (4,370 miles / 3,797 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:12 in Recife, it's 21:12 in Secunda. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,217 feet between the two airports. Secunda Airport sits higher than Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Secunda (ZEC) to Recife (REC) follows a heading of 274° (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 Secunda Airport (ZEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.