JIN
Jinja
Uganda
6,333 km
3,935 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,333 km
3,935 mi / 3,420 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

JIN RIX
Airport Name Jinja Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code JIN RIX
ICAO Code HUJI EVRA
City Jinja Riga
Country Uganda Latvia
Timezone Africa/Kampala Europe/Riga
Elevation 3,855 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 0.450000, 33.200000 56.920000, 23.970000

Jinja (JIN) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jinja Airport (JIN) in Jinja, Uganda to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,333 kilometers (3,935 miles / 3,420 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:29 in Jinja, it's 15:29 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,819 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Jinja Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Jinja (JIN) follows a heading of 169° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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