GFK
Grand Forks
United States
7,153 km
4,445 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,153 km
4,445 mi / 3,863 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
31°
north northeast

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Airport Comparison

GFK RIX
Airport Name Grand Forks International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code GFK RIX
ICAO Code KGFK EVRA
City Grand Forks Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Riga
Elevation 845 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 47.950000, -97.170000 56.920000, 23.970000

Grand Forks (GFK) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) in Grand Forks, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,153 kilometers (4,445 miles / 3,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 14:50 in Grand Forks, it's 22:50 in Riga. With a 8-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 Grand Forks (GFK) follows a heading of 321° (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 Forks International Airport (GFK) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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