ERL
Erenhot
China
5,996 km
3,726 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
5,996 km
3,726 mi / 3,238 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
318°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ERL RIX
Airport Name Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code ERL RIX
ICAO Code ZBER EVRA
City Erenhot Riga
Country China Latvia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Riga
Elevation 3,301 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 43.420000, 112.100000 56.920000, 23.970000

Erenhot (ERL) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) in Erenhot, China to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,996 kilometers (3,726 miles / 3,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 01:13 in Erenhot, it's 19:13 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,265 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Erenhot (ERL) follows a heading of 64° (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 Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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