EWR
Newark
United States
6,762 km
4,202 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,762 km
4,202 mi / 3,651 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

EWR RIX
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code EWR RIX
ICAO Code KEWR EVRA
City Newark Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Riga
Elevation 17 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 56.920000, 23.970000

Newark (EWR) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,762 kilometers (4,202 miles / 3,651 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 United States with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:02 in Newark, it's 09:02 in Riga. With a 7-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 Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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