DRF
Kenai
United States
6,944 km
4,315 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,944 km
4,315 mi / 3,750 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
north

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DRF RIX
Airport Name Drift River Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code DRF RIX
ICAO Code 3AK5 EVRA
City Kenai Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Riga
Elevation 30 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 60.590000, -152.160000 56.920000, 23.970000

Kenai (DRF) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drift River Airport (DRF) in Kenai, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,944 kilometers (4,315 miles / 3,750 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 2°.

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 United States with Latvia. 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 14:35 in Kenai, it's 01:35 in Riga. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kenai (DRF) follows a heading of 358° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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