Airport Comparison
Bahir Dar (BJR) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bahir Dar Airport (BJR) in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,166 kilometers (3,210 miles / 2,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 350°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Ethiopia 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 06:46 in Bahir Dar, it's 05:46 in Riga.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,942 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Bahir Dar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Bahir Dar (BJR) follows a heading of 162° (south 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 Bahir Dar Airport (BJR) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.