CEI
Chiang Rai
Thailand
7,311 km
4,543 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,311 km
4,543 mi / 3,947 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Bangkok
Heading
325°
northwest

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CEI RIX
Airport Name Chiang Rai International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code CEI RIX
ICAO Code VTCT EVRA
City Chiang Rai Riga
Country Thailand Latvia
Timezone Asia/Bangkok Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,280 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 19.950000, 99.880000 56.920000, 23.970000

Chiang Rai (CEI) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) in Chiang Rai, Thailand to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,311 kilometers (4,543 miles / 3,947 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 Thailand 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 23:51 in Chiang Rai, it's 18:51 in Riga. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,244 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Chiang Rai International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Chiang Rai (CEI) follows a heading of 90° (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 Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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