RIX
Riga
Latvia
8,282 km
5,146 miles
SLE
Salem
United States
Distance
8,282 km
5,146 mi / 4,472 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Europe/Riga
Heading
336°
north northwest

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RIX SLE
Airport Name Riga International Airport Mcnary Field
IATA Code RIX SLE
ICAO Code EVRA KSLE
City Riga Salem
Country Latvia United States
Timezone Europe/Riga America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 36 ft 213 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 44.910000, -123.000000

Riga (RIX) to Salem (SLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Mcnary Field (SLE) in Salem, United States is 8,282 kilometers (5,146 miles / 4,472 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:31 in Riga, it's 15:31 in Salem. With a 10-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 Salem (SLE) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). 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 Mcnary Field (SLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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