The flight distance from Napuka Island Airport (NAU) in Napuka Island, French Polynesia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 15,101 kilometers (9,383 miles / 8,154 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:38 in Napuka Island, it's 14:38 in Riga. With a 12-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 Riga (RIX) to Napuka Island (NAU) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Napuka Island Airport (NAU) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.