IMK
Simikot
Nepal
5,328 km
3,311 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
5,328 km
3,311 mi / 2,877 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IMK RIX
Airport Name Simikot Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code IMK RIX
ICAO Code VNST EVRA
City Simikot Riga
Country Nepal Latvia
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Riga
Elevation 9,246 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 29.970000, 81.820000 56.920000, 23.970000

Simikot (IMK) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Simikot Airport (IMK) in Simikot, Nepal to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,328 kilometers (3,311 miles / 2,877 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Nepal 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 16:40 in Simikot, it's 12:55 in Riga. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,210 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Simikot Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Simikot (IMK) follows a heading of 99° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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