BNA
Nashville
United States
4,795 km
2,980 miles
RIJ
Rioja
Peru
Distance
4,795 km
2,980 mi / 2,589 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
166°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BNA RIJ
Airport Name Nashville International Airport Juan Simons Vela Airport
IATA Code BNA RIJ
ICAO Code KBNA SPJA
City Nashville Rioja
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/Chicago America/Lima
Elevation 599 ft 2,707 ft
Coordinates 36.120000, -86.680000 -6.070000, -77.160000

Nashville (BNA) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 4,795 kilometers (2,980 miles / 2,589 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

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 United States with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:03 in Nashville, it's 23:03 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,108 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 349° (north 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 Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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