GXF
Sayun
Yemen
5,006 km
3,111 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
5,006 km
3,111 mi / 2,703 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Aden
Heading
341°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GXF RIX
Airport Name Sayun International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code GXF RIX
ICAO Code OYSY EVRA
City Sayun Riga
Country Yemen Latvia
Timezone Asia/Aden Europe/Riga
Elevation 2,097 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 15.970000, 48.790000 56.920000, 23.970000

Sayun (GXF) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sayun International Airport (GXF) in Sayun, Yemen to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,006 kilometers (3,111 miles / 2,703 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Yemen 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 16:01 in Sayun, it's 15:01 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,061 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Sayun International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Sayun (GXF) follows a heading of 145° (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 Sayun International Airport (GXF) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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