JQA
Uummannaq
Greenland
3,741 km
2,325 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
3,741 km
2,325 mi / 2,020 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Nuuk
Heading
73°
east northeast

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JQA RIX
Airport Name Qaarsut Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code JQA RIX
ICAO Code BGUQ EVRA
City Uummannaq Riga
Country Greenland Latvia
Timezone America/Nuuk Europe/Riga
Elevation 289 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 70.730000, -52.700000 56.920000, 23.970000

Uummannaq (JQA) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Qaarsut Airport (JQA) in Uummannaq, Greenland to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 3,741 kilometers (2,325 miles / 2,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greenland 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 22:54 in Uummannaq, it's 02:54 in Riga. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Uummannaq (JQA) follows a heading of 325° (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 Qaarsut Airport (JQA) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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