JRO
Arusha
Tanzania
6,814 km
4,234 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,814 km
4,234 mi / 3,679 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Heading
352°
north

Airport Comparison

JRO RIX
Airport Name Kilimanjaro International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code JRO RIX
ICAO Code HTKJ EVRA
City Arusha Riga
Country Tanzania Latvia
Timezone Africa/Dar_es_Salaam Europe/Riga
Elevation 2,932 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -3.430000, 37.070000 56.920000, 23.970000

Arusha (JRO) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Arusha, Tanzania to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,814 kilometers (4,234 miles / 3,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 352°.

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 Tanzania 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 12:58 in Arusha, it's 11:58 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,896 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Kilimanjaro International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Arusha (JRO) follows a heading of 165° (south 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 Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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