RIJ
Rioja
Peru
3,830 km
2,380 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
3,830 km
2,380 mi / 2,068 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Lima
Heading
352°
north

Airport Comparison

RIJ TPA
Airport Name Juan Simons Vela Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code RIJ TPA
ICAO Code SPJA KTPA
City Rioja Tampa
Country Peru United States
Timezone America/Lima America/New_York
Elevation 2,707 ft 26 ft
Coordinates -6.070000, -77.160000 27.980000, -82.530000

Rioja (RIJ) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 3,830 kilometers (2,380 miles / 2,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 352°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Peru with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:48 in Rioja, it's 02:48 in Tampa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,681 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Juan Simons Vela Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Rioja (RIJ) follows a heading of 171° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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