LPQ
Luang Phabang
Laos
7,453 km
4,631 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,453 km
4,631 mi / 4,025 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Vientiane
Heading
325°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LPQ RIX
Airport Name Luang Phabang International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code LPQ RIX
ICAO Code VLLB EVRA
City Luang Phabang Riga
Country Laos Latvia
Timezone Asia/Vientiane Europe/Riga
Elevation 955 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 19.900000, 102.160000 56.920000, 23.970000

Luang Phabang (LPQ) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) in Luang Phabang, Laos to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,453 kilometers (4,631 miles / 4,025 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 Laos 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 03:15 in Luang Phabang, it's 22:15 in Riga. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Luang Phabang (LPQ) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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