ASM
Asmara
Eritrea
4,797 km
2,981 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
4,797 km
2,981 mi / 2,590 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ASM RIX
Airport Name Asmara International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code ASM RIX
ICAO Code HHAS EVRA
City Asmara Riga
Country Eritrea Latvia
Timezone Africa/Asmara Europe/Riga
Elevation 7,661 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 15.290000, 38.910000 56.920000, 23.970000

Asmara (ASM) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Asmara International Airport (ASM) in Asmara, Eritrea to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 4,797 kilometers (2,981 miles / 2,590 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:13 in Asmara, it's 19:13 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,625 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Asmara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Asmara (ASM) follows a heading of 159° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Asmara International Airport (ASM) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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