The flight distance from San Rafael Airport (LOB) in Los Andes, Chile to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 13,277 kilometers (8,250 miles / 7,169 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:15 in Los Andes, it's 02:15 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 2,425 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than San Rafael Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Los Andes (LOB) follows a heading of 254° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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