EWR
Newark
United States
5,208 km
3,236 miles
RIJ
Rioja
Peru
Distance
5,208 km
3,236 mi / 2,812 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
184°
south

Airport Comparison

EWR RIJ
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Juan Simons Vela Airport
IATA Code EWR RIJ
ICAO Code KEWR SPJA
City Newark Rioja
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/New_York America/Lima
Elevation 17 ft 2,707 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 -6.070000, -77.160000

Newark (EWR) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 5,208 kilometers (3,236 miles / 2,812 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 184°.

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 03:02 in Newark, it's 03:02 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,690 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 3° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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