The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand is 17,258 kilometers (10,724 miles / 9,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 09:15 in Riga, it's 20:15 in Queenstown. With a 11-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 1,135 feet between the two airports. Queenstown International Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Queenstown (ZQN) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 311° (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 Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.