RIX
Riga
Latvia
4,183 km
2,599 miles
TER
Lajes
Portugal
Distance
4,183 km
2,599 mi / 2,259 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Riga
Heading
264°
west

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RIX TER
Airport Name Riga International Airport Lajes Field
IATA Code RIX TER
ICAO Code EVRA LPLA
City Riga Lajes
Country Latvia Portugal
Timezone Europe/Riga Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 36 ft 180 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 38.760000, -27.090000

Riga (RIX) to Lajes (TER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Lajes Field (TER) in Lajes, Portugal is 4,183 kilometers (2,599 miles / 2,259 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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 Portugal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:45 in Riga, it's 11:45 in Lajes. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lajes (TER) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 44° (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 Lajes Field (TER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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