MJQ
Jackson
United States
7,471 km
4,642 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,471 km
4,642 mi / 4,034 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
31°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MJQ RIX
Airport Name Jackson Municipal Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MJQ RIX
ICAO Code KMJQ EVRA
City Jackson Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,446 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 43.700000, -95.000000 56.920000, 23.970000

Jackson (MJQ) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jackson Municipal Airport (MJQ) in Jackson, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,471 kilometers (4,642 miles / 4,034 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 05:38 in Jackson, it's 13:38 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 1,410 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Jackson Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Jackson (MJQ) 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 Jackson Municipal Airport (MJQ) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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