The flight distance from Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 11,247 kilometers (6,989 miles / 6,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 Peru 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 22:46 in Rioja, it's 05:46 in Riga. With a 7-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 2,671 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Juan Simons Vela Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Rioja (RIJ) follows a heading of 276° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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