Airport Comparison
| PZO | RIX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport | Riga International Airport |
| IATA Code | PZO | RIX |
| ICAO Code | SVPR | EVRA |
| City | Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana | Riga |
| Country | Venezuela | Latvia |
| Timezone | America/Caracas | Europe/Riga |
| Elevation | 472 ft | 36 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.290000, -62.760000 | 56.920000, 23.970000 |
Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana (PZO) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport (PZO) in Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana, Venezuela to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 9,038 kilometers (5,616 miles / 4,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.
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 Venezuela 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 15:16 in Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana, it's 21:16 in Riga. With a 6-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 Puerto Ordaz-Ciudad Guayana (PZO) follows a heading of 272° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport (PZO) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.