The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Aratika Nord Airport (RKA) in Aratika Nord Airport, French Polynesia is 15,323 kilometers (9,521 miles / 8,274 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Latvia with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:55 in Riga, it's 22:55 in Aratika Nord Airport. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Aratika Nord Airport (RKA) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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