GCW
Peach Springs
United States
8,950 km
5,561 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
8,950 km
5,561 mi / 4,832 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Phoenix
Heading
22°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

GCW RIX
Airport Name Grand Canyon West Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code GCW RIX
ICAO Code K1G4 EVRA
City Peach Springs Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Phoenix Europe/Riga
Elevation 4,817 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 35.990000, -113.820000 56.920000, 23.970000

Peach Springs (GCW) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) in Peach Springs, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,950 kilometers (5,561 miles / 4,832 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 13:27 in Peach Springs, it's 22:27 in Riga. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,781 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Grand Canyon West Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Peach Springs (GCW) follows a heading of 327° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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