DAM
Damascus
Syria
2,783 km
1,729 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
2,783 km
1,729 mi / 1,503 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Damascus
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

DAM RIX
Airport Name Damascus International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code DAM RIX
ICAO Code OSDI EVRA
City Damascus Riga
Country Syria Latvia
Timezone Asia/Damascus Europe/Riga
Elevation 2,020 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 33.410000, 36.520000 56.920000, 23.970000

Damascus (DAM) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Damascus International Airport (DAM) in Damascus, Syria to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 2,783 kilometers (1,729 miles / 1,503 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Syria 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 22:20 in Damascus, it's 21:20 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,984 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Damascus International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Damascus (DAM) follows a heading of 155° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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