MBQ
Mbarara
Uganda
6,419 km
3,989 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,419 km
3,989 mi / 3,466 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

MBQ RIX
Airport Name Mbarara Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MBQ RIX
ICAO Code HUMA EVRA
City Mbarara Riga
Country Uganda Latvia
Timezone Africa/Kampala Europe/Riga
Elevation 4,600 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -0.560000, 30.600000 56.920000, 23.970000

Mbarara (MBQ) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mbarara Airport (MBQ) in Mbarara, Uganda to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,419 kilometers (3,989 miles / 3,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 Uganda 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 01:22 in Mbarara, it's 00:22 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,564 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Mbarara Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Mbarara (MBQ) follows a heading of 172° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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