The flight distance from Port St Johns Airport (JOH) in Port St Johns, South Africa to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,858 kilometers (6,125 miles / 5,323 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 11:33 in Port St Johns, it's 12:33 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,191 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Port St Johns Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Port St Johns (JOH) follows a heading of 175° (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 Port St Johns Airport (JOH) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.