BJL
Banjul
Gambia
5,936 km
3,688 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
5,936 km
3,688 mi / 3,205 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BJL RIX
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code BJL RIX
ICAO Code GBYD EVRA
City Banjul Riga
Country Gambia Latvia
Timezone Africa/Banjul Europe/Riga
Elevation 95 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 56.920000, 23.970000

Banjul (BJL) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,936 kilometers (3,688 miles / 3,205 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, 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 Gambia 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 14:57 in Banjul, it's 16:57 in Riga.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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