The flight distance from Riverside Airport (LLE) in Malelane, South Africa to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,185 kilometers (5,707 miles / 4,959 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:28 in Malelane, it's 13:28 in Riga.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Malelane (LLE) follows a heading of 173° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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