The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 10,484 kilometers (6,514 miles / 5,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

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 CX. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:34 in Riga, it's 09:34 in Christmas Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 327° (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 Riga International Airport (RIX) and Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.