MKU
Makokou
Gabon
6,342 km
3,941 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,342 km
3,941 mi / 3,425 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Libreville
Heading
north

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MKU RIX
Airport Name Makokou Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MKU RIX
ICAO Code FOOK EVRA
City Makokou Riga
Country Gabon Latvia
Timezone Africa/Libreville Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,726 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 0.580000, 12.890000 56.920000, 23.970000

Makokou (MKU) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Makokou Airport (MKU) in Makokou, Gabon to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,342 kilometers (3,941 miles / 3,425 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 Gabon 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 05:53 in Makokou, it's 06:53 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,690 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Makokou Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Makokou (MKU) follows a heading of 193° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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