The flight distance from Caruaru Airport (CAU) in Caruaru, Brazil to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,051 kilometers (5,624 miles / 4,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:41 in Caruaru, it's 22:41 in Riga. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,855 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Caruaru Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Caruaru (CAU) follows a heading of 240° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Caruaru Airport (CAU) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.