MPY
Maripasoula
GF
8,941 km
5,556 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
8,941 km
5,556 mi / 4,828 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Cayenne
Heading
33°
north northeast

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MPY RIX
Airport Name Maripasoula Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MPY RIX
ICAO Code SOOA EVRA
City Maripasoula Riga
Country GF Latvia
Timezone America/Cayenne Europe/Riga
Elevation 406 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 3.660000, -54.040000 56.920000, 23.970000

Maripasoula (MPY) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Maripasoula Airport (MPY) in Maripasoula, GF to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,941 kilometers (5,556 miles / 4,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 GF with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:56 in Maripasoula, it's 13:56 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 Maripasoula (MPY) follows a heading of 262° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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