EBL
Arbil
Iraq
2,738 km
1,702 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
2,738 km
1,702 mi / 1,479 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

EBL RIX
Airport Name Erbil International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code EBL RIX
ICAO Code ORER EVRA
City Arbil Riga
Country Iraq Latvia
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,341 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 36.240000, 43.960000 56.920000, 23.970000

Arbil (EBL) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erbil International Airport (EBL) in Arbil, Iraq to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 2,738 kilometers (1,702 miles / 1,479 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 16:45 in Arbil, it's 15:45 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,305 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Erbil International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Arbil (EBL) follows a heading of 139° (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 Erbil International Airport (EBL) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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