The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina is 12,425 kilometers (7,721 miles / 6,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:57 in Riga, it's 02:57 in San Miguel de Tucuman. 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 1,457 feet between the two airports. Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 36° (northeast). 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 Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.