The flight distance from San Luis Valley Regional/Bergman Field (ALS) in Alamosa, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,517 kilometers (5,293 miles / 4,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 United States with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:23 in Alamosa, it's 14:23 in Riga. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,504 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than San Luis Valley Regional/Bergman Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Alamosa (ALS) follows a heading of 321° (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 San Luis Valley Regional/Bergman Field (ALS) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.