IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,772 km
1,101 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
1,772 km
1,101 mi / 957 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
350°
north

Airport Comparison

IST RIX
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code IST RIX
ICAO Code LTFM EVRA
City Istanbul Riga
Country Turkey Latvia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Riga
Elevation 325 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 56.920000, 23.970000

Istanbul (IST) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 1,772 kilometers (1,101 miles / 957 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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 Turkey 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 08:55 in Istanbul, it's 07:55 in Riga.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 167° (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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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