The flight distance from Lihue Airport (LIH) in Lihue, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 11,236 kilometers (6,982 miles / 6,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:36 in Lihue, it's 10:36 in Riga. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Lihue (LIH) follows a heading of 3° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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