The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Sawu Airport (SAU) in Sawu-Sawu Island, Indonesia is 11,463 kilometers (7,123 miles / 6,189 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:00 in Riga, it's 18:00 in Sawu-Sawu Island. 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 Sawu-Sawu Island (SAU) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 326° (north 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 Sawu Airport (SAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.