RIX
Riga
Latvia
7,564 km
4,700 miles
SHA
Shanghai
China
Distance
7,564 km
4,700 mi / 4,084 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Riga
Heading
66°
east northeast

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RIX SHA
Airport Name Riga International Airport Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
IATA Code RIX SHA
ICAO Code EVRA ZSSS
City Riga Shanghai
Country Latvia China
Timezone Europe/Riga Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 36 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 31.200000, 121.340000

Riga (RIX) to Shanghai (SHA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China is 7,564 kilometers (4,700 miles / 4,084 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 China. 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 22:41 in Riga, it's 04:41 in Shanghai. With a 6-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 Shanghai (SHA) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 324° (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 Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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