KHG
Kashgar
China
4,181 km
2,598 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
4,181 km
2,598 mi / 2,258 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
315°
northwest

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KHG RIX
Airport Name Kashgar Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code KHG RIX
ICAO Code ZWSH EVRA
City Kashgar Riga
Country China Latvia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Riga
Elevation 4,529 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 39.540000, 76.020000 56.920000, 23.970000

Kashgar (KHG) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kashgar Airport (KHG) in Kashgar, China to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 4,181 kilometers (2,598 miles / 2,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 China 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 18:15 in Kashgar, it's 12:15 in Riga. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,493 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Kashgar Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kashgar (KHG) follows a heading of 95° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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