RIX
Riga
Latvia
7,882 km
4,898 miles
SZL
Knob Noster
United States
Distance
7,882 km
4,898 mi / 4,256 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Riga
Heading
313°
northwest

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RIX SZL
Airport Name Riga International Airport Whiteman Afb Airport
IATA Code RIX SZL
ICAO Code EVRA KSZL
City Riga Knob Noster
Country Latvia United States
Timezone Europe/Riga America/Chicago
Elevation 36 ft 871 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 38.730000, -93.550000

Riga (RIX) to Knob Noster (SZL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) in Knob Noster, United States is 7,882 kilometers (4,898 miles / 4,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 22:26 in Riga, it's 14:26 in Knob Noster. With a 8-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 Knob Noster (SZL) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 31° (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 Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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