MTX
Fairbanks
United States
6,461 km
4,015 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,461 km
4,015 mi / 3,489 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
north

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MTX RIX
Airport Name Metro Field Riga International Airport
IATA Code MTX RIX
ICAO Code KMTF EVRA
City Fairbanks Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Riga
Elevation 432 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 64.810000, -147.760000 56.920000, 23.970000

Fairbanks (MTX) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Metro Field (MTX) in Fairbanks, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,461 kilometers (4,015 miles / 3,489 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

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 05:13 in Fairbanks, it's 16:13 in Riga. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Fairbanks (MTX) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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