AYK
Arkalyk
Kazakhstan
2,876 km
1,787 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
2,876 km
1,787 mi / 1,553 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Almaty
Heading
301°
west northwest

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AYK RIX
Airport Name Arkalyk North Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code AYK RIX
ICAO Code UAUR EVRA
City Arkalyk Riga
Country Kazakhstan Latvia
Timezone Asia/Almaty Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,266 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 50.320000, 66.950000 56.920000, 23.970000

Arkalyk (AYK) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arkalyk North Airport (AYK) in Arkalyk, Kazakhstan to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 2,876 kilometers (1,787 miles / 1,553 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Kazakhstan with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:21 in Arkalyk, it's 14:21 in Riga. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,230 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Arkalyk North Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Arkalyk (AYK) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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