BUF
Buffalo
United States
6,796 km
4,223 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,796 km
4,223 mi / 3,670 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
37°
northeast

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BUF RIX
Airport Name Buffalo Niagara International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code BUF RIX
ICAO Code KBUF EVRA
City Buffalo Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Riga
Elevation 727 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 42.940000, -78.730000 56.920000, 23.970000

Buffalo (BUF) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,796 kilometers (4,223 miles / 3,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 11:33 in Buffalo, it's 18:33 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 Buffalo (BUF) follows a heading of 305° (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 Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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