The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Rottnest Island Airport (RTS) in Rottnest Island Airport, Australia is 13,030 kilometers (8,097 miles / 7,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

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 Australia. 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 06:15 in Riga, it's 12:15 in Rottnest Island Airport. 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.

The return flight from Rottnest Island Airport (RTS) to Riga (RIX) 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 Riga International Airport (RIX) and Rottnest Island Airport (RTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.