RIX
Riga
Latvia
7,120 km
4,424 miles
SYM
Simao
China
Distance
7,120 km
4,424 mi / 3,845 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Riga
Heading
88°
east

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RIX SYM
Airport Name Riga International Airport Simao Airport
IATA Code RIX SYM
ICAO Code EVRA ZPSM
City Riga Simao
Country Latvia China
Timezone Europe/Riga Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 36 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 22.790000, 100.960000

Riga (RIX) to Simao (SYM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Simao Airport (SYM) in Simao, China is 7,120 kilometers (4,424 miles / 3,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 14:24 in Riga, it's 20:24 in Simao. 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 Simao (SYM) 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 Simao Airport (SYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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