AKF
Kufra
Libya
3,641 km
2,262 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
3,641 km
2,262 mi / 1,966 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Tripoli
Heading
north

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AKF RIX
Airport Name Kufra Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code AKF RIX
ICAO Code HLKF EVRA
City Kufra Riga
Country Libya Latvia
Timezone Africa/Tripoli Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,367 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 24.180000, 23.310000 56.920000, 23.970000

Kufra (AKF) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kufra Airport (AKF) in Kufra, Libya to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 3,641 kilometers (2,262 miles / 1,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Libya with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:59 in Kufra, it's 04:59 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,331 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Kufra Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kufra (AKF) follows a heading of 181° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kufra Airport (AKF) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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