HVD
Khovd
Mongolia
4,496 km
2,794 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
4,496 km
2,794 mi / 2,428 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Hovd
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

HVD RIX
Airport Name Khovd Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code HVD RIX
ICAO Code ZMKD EVRA
City Khovd Riga
Country Mongolia Latvia
Timezone Asia/Hovd Europe/Riga
Elevation 4,898 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 47.950000, 91.630000 56.920000, 23.970000

Khovd (HVD) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khovd Airport (HVD) in Khovd, Mongolia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 4,496 kilometers (2,794 miles / 2,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Mongolia 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 12:14 in Khovd, it's 07:14 in Riga. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,862 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Khovd Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Khovd (HVD) follows a heading of 73° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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