KHT
Khost
Afghanistan
4,335 km
2,694 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
4,335 km
2,694 mi / 2,341 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KHT RIX
Airport Name Khost Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code KHT RIX
ICAO Code OAKS EVRA
City Khost Riga
Country Afghanistan Latvia
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/Riga
Elevation 3,756 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 33.330000, 69.950000 56.920000, 23.970000

Khost (KHT) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 4,335 kilometers (2,694 miles / 2,341 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Afghanistan 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 10:48 in Khost, it's 08:18 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,720 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Khost Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Khost (KHT) follows a heading of 107° (east 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 Khost Airport (KHT) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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