KAN
Kano
Nigeria
5,161 km
3,207 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
5,161 km
3,207 mi / 2,787 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
12°
north northeast

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Airport Comparison

KAN RIX
Airport Name Mallam Aminu International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code KAN RIX
ICAO Code DNKN EVRA
City Kano Riga
Country Nigeria Latvia
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,562 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 12.050000, 8.520000 56.920000, 23.970000

Kano (KAN) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,161 kilometers (3,207 miles / 2,787 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

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 Nigeria 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 06:25 in Kano, it's 08:25 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,526 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Mallam Aminu International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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