CIP
Chipata
Zambia
7,877 km
4,895 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,877 km
4,895 mi / 4,254 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
355°
north

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CIP RIX
Airport Name Chipata Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code CIP RIX
ICAO Code FLCP EVRA
City Chipata Riga
Country Zambia Latvia
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/Riga
Elevation 3,360 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -13.560000, 32.590000 56.920000, 23.970000

Chipata (CIP) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chipata Airport (CIP) in Chipata, Zambia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,877 kilometers (4,895 miles / 4,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 Zambia 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 14:14 in Chipata, it's 14:14 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,324 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Chipata Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Chipata (CIP) follows a heading of 171° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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