MEZ
Musina
South Africa
8,834 km
5,489 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
8,834 km
5,489 mi / 4,770 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
357°
north

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MEZ RIX
Airport Name Musina(Messina) Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MEZ RIX
ICAO Code FAMH EVRA
City Musina Riga
Country South Africa Latvia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,904 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -22.360000, 29.990000 56.920000, 23.970000

Musina (MEZ) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Musina(Messina) Airport (MEZ) in Musina, South Africa to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,834 kilometers (5,489 miles / 4,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 South Africa 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 10:52 in Musina, it's 10:52 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,868 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Musina(Messina) Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Musina (MEZ) follows a heading of 174° (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 Musina(Messina) Airport (MEZ) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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