The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Shay Gap Airport (SGP) in Shay Gap, Australia is 12,267 kilometers (7,623 miles / 6,624 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 19:45 in Riga, it's 01:45 in Shay Gap. 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 Shay Gap (SGP) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 325° (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 Shay Gap Airport (SGP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.