PHX
Phoenix
United States
5,724 km
3,557 miles
RIJ
Rioja
Peru
Distance
5,724 km
3,557 mi / 3,091 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Phoenix
Heading
133°
southeast

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PHX RIJ
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Juan Simons Vela Airport
IATA Code PHX RIJ
ICAO Code KPHX SPJA
City Phoenix Rioja
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Lima
Elevation 1,135 ft 2,707 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 -6.070000, -77.160000

Phoenix (PHX) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 5,724 kilometers (3,557 miles / 3,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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 01:15 in Phoenix, it's 03:15 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,572 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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