RIX
Riga
Latvia
1,238 km
769 miles
SBZ
Sibiu
Romania
Distance
1,238 km
769 mi / 668 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Riga
Heading
180°
south

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RIX SBZ
Airport Name Riga International Airport Sibiu International Airport
IATA Code RIX SBZ
ICAO Code EVRA LRSB
City Riga Sibiu
Country Latvia Romania
Timezone Europe/Riga Europe/Bucharest
Elevation 36 ft 1,496 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 45.790000, 24.090000

Riga (RIX) to Sibiu (SBZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) in Sibiu, Romania is 1,238 kilometers (769 miles / 668 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Latvia with Romania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:39 in Riga, it's 19:39 in Sibiu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,460 feet between the two airports. Sibiu International Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Sibiu (SBZ) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 360° (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 Riga International Airport (RIX) and Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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