The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Santa Elena de Uairen Airport (SNV) in Santa Elena de Uairen Airport, Venezuela is 9,288 kilometers (5,771 miles / 5,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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 Venezuela. 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 07:43 in Riga, it's 00:43 in Santa Elena de Uairen Airport. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,902 feet between the two airports. Santa Elena de Uairen Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Elena de Uairen Airport (SNV) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Elena de Uairen Airport (SNV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.