The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Victor Lafon Airport (SSD) in San Felipe, Chile is 13,275 kilometers (8,249 miles / 7,168 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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 Chile. 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 14:30 in Riga, it's 07:30 in San Felipe. 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 2,152 feet between the two airports. Victor Lafon Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from San Felipe (SSD) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 39° (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 Victor Lafon Airport (SSD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.