RIX
Riga
Latvia
6,352 km
3,947 miles
WAA
Wales
United States
Distance
6,352 km
3,947 mi / 3,430 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Europe/Riga
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

RIX WAA
Airport Name Riga International Airport Wales Airport
IATA Code RIX WAA
ICAO Code EVRA PAIW
City Riga Wales
Country Latvia United States
Timezone Europe/Riga America/Anchorage
Elevation 36 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 65.620000, -168.090000

Riga (RIX) to Wales (WAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Wales Airport (WAA) in Wales, United States is 6,352 kilometers (3,947 miles / 3,430 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

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 18:35 in Riga, it's 07:35 in Wales. With a 11-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 Wales (WAA) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 352° (north). 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 Wales Airport (WAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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