The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Dr. Antonio Nicolas Briceno Airport (VLV) in Valera, Venezuela is 9,413 kilometers (5,849 miles / 5,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, 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 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 17:48 in Riga, it's 11:48 in Valera. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,024 feet between the two airports. Dr. Antonio Nicolas Briceno Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Valera (VLV) 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 Dr. Antonio Nicolas Briceno Airport (VLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.