KAB
Kariba
Zimbabwe
8,179 km
5,082 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
8,179 km
5,082 mi / 4,416 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Harare
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

KAB RIX
Airport Name Kariba International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code KAB RIX
ICAO Code FVKB EVRA
City Kariba Riga
Country Zimbabwe Latvia
Timezone Africa/Harare Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,706 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -16.520000, 28.890000 56.920000, 23.970000

Kariba (KAB) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kariba International Airport (KAB) in Kariba, Zimbabwe to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,179 kilometers (5,082 miles / 4,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 Zimbabwe 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 15:48 in Kariba, it's 15:48 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,670 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Kariba International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kariba (KAB) follows a heading of 175° (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 Kariba International Airport (KAB) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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