MFU
Mfuwe
Zambia
7,838 km
4,871 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
7,838 km
4,871 mi / 4,232 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
355°
north

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MFU RIX
Airport Name Mfuwe Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MFU RIX
ICAO Code FLMF EVRA
City Mfuwe Riga
Country Zambia Latvia
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/Riga
Elevation 1,853 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -13.260000, 31.940000 56.920000, 23.970000

Mfuwe (MFU) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mfuwe Airport (MFU) in Mfuwe, Zambia to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 7,838 kilometers (4,871 miles / 4,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 Zambia 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 17:27 in Mfuwe, it's 17:27 in Riga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,817 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Mfuwe Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Mfuwe (MFU) 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 Mfuwe Airport (MFU) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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