The flight distance from Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,400 kilometers (5,841 miles / 5,076 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 Brazil 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 00:05 in Petrolina, it's 06:05 in Riga. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,227 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Senador Nilo Coelho Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Petrolina (PNZ) follows a heading of 243° (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 Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.