LRJ
Le Mars
United States
7,608 km
4,727 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,608 km
4,727 mi / 4,108 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
30°
north northeast

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LRJ RIX
Airport Name Le Mars Municipal Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code LRJ RIX
ICAO Code KLRJ EVRA
City Le Mars Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,197 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, -96.190000 56.920000, 23.970000

Le Mars (LRJ) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Le Mars Municipal Airport (LRJ) in Le Mars, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,608 kilometers (4,727 miles / 4,108 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 United States 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 03:58 in Le Mars, it's 11:58 in Riga. With a 8-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 1,161 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Le Mars Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Le Mars (LRJ) follows a heading of 317° (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 Le Mars Municipal Airport (LRJ) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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