RIX
Riga
Latvia
5,438 km
3,379 miles
SKH
Surkhet
Nepal
Distance
5,438 km
3,379 mi / 2,936 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Europe/Riga
Heading
100°
east

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RIX SKH
Airport Name Riga International Airport Surkhet Airport
IATA Code RIX SKH
ICAO Code EVRA VNSK
City Riga Surkhet
Country Latvia Nepal
Timezone Europe/Riga Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 36 ft 2,400 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 28.590000, 81.640000

Riga (RIX) to Surkhet (SKH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Surkhet Airport (SKH) in Surkhet, Nepal is 5,438 kilometers (3,379 miles / 2,936 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 100°.

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 Nepal. 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 18:55 in Riga, it's 22:40 in Surkhet. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,364 feet between the two airports. Surkhet Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Surkhet (SKH) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 322° (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 Surkhet Airport (SKH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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