MWJ
Matthews Ridge
Guyana
8,955 km
5,565 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
8,955 km
5,565 mi / 4,836 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Guyana
Heading
33°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MWJ RIX
Airport Name Matthews Ridge Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code MWJ RIX
ICAO Code SYMR EVRA
City Matthews Ridge Riga
Country Guyana Latvia
Timezone America/Guyana Europe/Riga
Elevation 324 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 7.490000, -60.180000 56.920000, 23.970000

Matthews Ridge (MWJ) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Matthews Ridge Airport (MWJ) in Matthews Ridge, Guyana to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 8,955 kilometers (5,565 miles / 4,836 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 Guyana 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 20:38 in Matthews Ridge, it's 02:38 in Riga. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Matthews Ridge (MWJ) follows a heading of 269° (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 Matthews Ridge Airport (MWJ) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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