IRO
Birao
Central African Republic
5,192 km
3,226 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
5,192 km
3,226 mi / 2,803 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

IRO RIX
Airport Name Birao Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code IRO RIX
ICAO Code FEFI EVRA
City Birao Riga
Country Central African Republic Latvia
Timezone Africa/Bangui Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,696 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 10.240000, 22.720000 56.920000, 23.970000

Birao (IRO) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Birao Airport (IRO) in Birao, Central African Republic to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,192 kilometers (3,226 miles / 2,803 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

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 Central African Republic with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:15 in Birao, it's 17:15 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,660 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Birao Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Birao (IRO) follows a heading of 182° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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