The flight distance from Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) in Ruidoso, United States to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) in Warsaw, Poland is 9,170 kilometers (5,698 miles / 4,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 United States with Poland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:04 in Ruidoso, it's 05:04 in Warsaw. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,452 feet between the two airports. Warsaw Chopin Airport sits lower than Sierra Blanca Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Warsaw (WAW) to Ruidoso (RUI) follows a heading of 317° (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 Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) and Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.