The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina is 14,580 kilometers (9,060 miles / 7,873 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.

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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:18 in Riga, it's 21:18 in Santa Cruz. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (RZA) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). 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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.