The flight distance from Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) in Bedford Downs Airport, Australia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 12,426 kilometers (7,721 miles / 6,710 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 Australia with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:45 in Bedford Downs Airport, it's 22:45 in Riga. 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 1,714 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Bedford Downs Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.