The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO) in Franz Josef Aerodrome, New Zealand is 17,214 kilometers (10,696 miles / 9,295 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:21 in Riga, it's 17:21 in Franz Josef Aerodrome. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 314° (northwest). 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 Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.