LQN
Qala-I-Naw
Afghanistan
3,802 km
2,362 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
3,802 km
2,362 mi / 2,053 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LQN RIX
Airport Name Qala-I-Naw Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code LQN RIX
ICAO Code OAQN EVRA
City Qala-I-Naw Riga
Country Afghanistan Latvia
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/Riga
Elevation 2,999 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 34.980000, 63.120000 56.920000, 23.970000

Qala-I-Naw (LQN) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Qala-I-Naw Airport (LQN) in Qala-I-Naw, Afghanistan to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 3,802 kilometers (2,362 miles / 2,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Afghanistan 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 13:56 in Qala-I-Naw, it's 11:26 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,963 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Qala-I-Naw Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Qala-I-Naw (LQN) follows a heading of 113° (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 Qala-I-Naw Airport (LQN) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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