AYS
Waycross
United States
8,045 km
4,999 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
8,045 km
4,999 mi / 4,344 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
33°
north northeast

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AYS RIX
Airport Name Waycross-Ware County Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code AYS RIX
ICAO Code KAYS EVRA
City Waycross Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Riga
Elevation 141 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 31.250000, -82.400000 56.920000, 23.970000

Waycross (AYS) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Waycross-Ware County Airport (AYS) in Waycross, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,045 kilometers (4,999 miles / 4,344 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 19:37 in Waycross, it's 02:37 in Riga. With a 7-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 Riga (RIX) to Waycross (AYS) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Waycross-Ware County Airport (AYS) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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