RIX
Riga
Latvia
7,364 km
4,576 miles
RML
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Distance
7,364 km
4,576 mi / 3,976 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Riga
Heading
116°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

RIX RML
Airport Name Riga International Airport Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport
IATA Code RIX RML
ICAO Code EVRA VCCC
City Riga Colombo
Country Latvia Sri Lanka
Timezone Europe/Riga Asia/Colombo
Elevation 36 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 6.820000, 79.890000

Riga (RIX) to Colombo (RML) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 7,364 kilometers (4,576 miles / 3,976 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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 Latvia with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:14 in Riga, it's 21:44 in Colombo. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Colombo (RML) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 330° (north 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 Riga International Airport (RIX) and Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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