The flight distance from Nkaus Airport (NKU) in Nkaus, Lesotho to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,675 kilometers (6,012 miles / 5,224 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 Lesotho 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 13:54 in Nkaus, it's 13:54 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,585 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Nkaus Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Nkaus (NKU) follows a heading of 176° (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 Nkaus Airport (NKU) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.