The flight distance from Cradock Airport (CDO) in Cradock, South Africa to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,907 kilometers (6,156 miles / 5,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 359°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:01 in Cradock, it's 19:01 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,074 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Cradock Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Cradock (CDO) follows a heading of 179° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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