BGW
Baghdad
Iraq
3,048 km
1,894 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
3,048 km
1,894 mi / 1,646 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BGW RIX
Airport Name Baghdad International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code BGW RIX
ICAO Code ORBI EVRA
City Baghdad Riga
Country Iraq Latvia
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Europe/Riga
Elevation 114 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 33.260000, 44.230000 56.920000, 23.970000

Baghdad (BGW) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) in Baghdad, Iraq to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 3,048 kilometers (1,894 miles / 1,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Iraq with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:59 in Baghdad, it's 12:59 in Riga.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Baghdad (BGW) follows a heading of 141° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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