RIX
Riga
Latvia
4,095 km
2,544 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
4,095 km
2,544 mi / 2,211 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Europe/Riga
Heading
119°
east southeast

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RIX ZAJ
Airport Name Riga International Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code RIX ZAJ
ICAO Code EVRA OAZJ
City Riga Zaranj
Country Latvia Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Riga Asia/Kabul
Elevation 36 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 30.970000, 61.870000

Riga (RIX) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 4,095 kilometers (2,544 miles / 2,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 22:45 in Riga, it's 01:15 in Zaranj.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,536 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 326° (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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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