ELQ
Gassim Airport
Saudi Arabia
3,751 km
2,331 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
3,751 km
2,331 mi / 2,025 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
341°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ELQ RIX
Airport Name Gassim Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code ELQ RIX
ICAO Code OEGS EVRA
City N/A Riga
Country Saudi Arabia Latvia
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Europe/Riga
Elevation 2,126 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 26.300000, 43.770000 56.920000, 23.970000

Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 3,751 kilometers (2,331 miles / 2,025 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Saudi Arabia 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 14:30 in Gassim Airport, it's 13:30 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,090 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Gassim Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Gassim Airport (ELQ) follows a heading of 147° (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 Gassim Airport (ELQ) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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