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Airport Comparison
Nelspruit (NLP) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nelspruit Airport (NLP) in Nelspruit, South Africa to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,188 kilometers (5,709 miles / 4,961 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 10:03 in Nelspruit, it's 11:03 in Riga.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,839 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Nelspruit Airport.
The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Nelspruit (NLP) follows a heading of 174° (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 Nelspruit Airport (NLP) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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