The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Sucua Airport (SUQ) in Sucua, Ecuador is 10,973 kilometers (6,818 miles / 5,925 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Ecuador. 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 14:16 in Riga, it's 06:16 in Sucua. With a 8-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 3,080 feet between the two airports. Sucua Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Sucua (SUQ) 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 Sucua Airport (SUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.