CAN
Guangzhou
China
7,808 km
4,851 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,808 km
4,851 mi / 4,216 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
325°
northwest

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CAN RIX
Airport Name Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code CAN RIX
ICAO Code ZGGG EVRA
City Guangzhou Riga
Country China Latvia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Riga
Elevation 50 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 23.390000, 113.300000 56.920000, 23.970000

Guangzhou (CAN) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,808 kilometers (4,851 miles / 4,216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 China 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 13:55 in Guangzhou, it's 07:55 in Riga. With a 6-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 Guangzhou (CAN) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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