The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 9,446 kilometers (5,870 miles / 5,100 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:41 in Riga, it's 19:41 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,363 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 359° (north). 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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.