GRR
Grand Rapids
United States
7,128 km
4,429 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,128 km
4,429 mi / 3,849 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
35°
northeast

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GRR RIX
Airport Name Gerald R Ford International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code GRR RIX
ICAO Code KGRR EVRA
City Grand Rapids Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Riga
Elevation 794 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 42.880000, -85.520000 56.920000, 23.970000

Grand Rapids (GRR) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) in Grand Rapids, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,128 kilometers (4,429 miles / 3,849 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 21:34 in Grand Rapids, it's 04:34 in Riga. With a 7-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 Rapids (GRR) follows a heading of 310° (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 Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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