HLC
Hill City
United States
8,087 km
5,025 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
8,087 km
5,025 mi / 4,367 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
28°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

HLC RIX
Airport Name Hill City Municipal Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code HLC RIX
ICAO Code KHLC EVRA
City Hill City Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Riga
Elevation 2,238 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 39.380000, -99.830000 56.920000, 23.970000

Hill City (HLC) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hill City Municipal Airport (HLC) in Hill City, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,087 kilometers (5,025 miles / 4,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.

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 10:48 in Hill City, it's 18:48 in Riga. With a 8-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 2,202 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Hill City Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Hill City (HLC) follows a heading of 318° (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 Hill City Municipal Airport (HLC) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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