Airport Comparison
Kalgoorlie (KGI) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kalgoorlie Boulder Airport (KGI) in Kalgoorlie, Australia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 13,270 kilometers (8,246 miles / 7,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Australia with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:45 in Kalgoorlie, it's 10:45 in Riga. With a 6-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 1,167 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Kalgoorlie Boulder Airport.
The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kalgoorlie (KGI) follows a heading of 102° (east 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 Kalgoorlie Boulder Airport (KGI) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.