NJF
Najaf
Iraq
3,184 km
1,978 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
3,184 km
1,978 mi / 1,719 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
337°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

NJF RIX
Airport Name Al Najaf International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code NJF RIX
ICAO Code ORNI EVRA
City Najaf Riga
Country Iraq Latvia
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Europe/Riga
Elevation 103 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 31.990000, 44.400000 56.920000, 23.970000

Najaf (NJF) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) in Najaf, Iraq to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 3,184 kilometers (1,978 miles / 1,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Iraq with Latvia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:10 in Najaf, it's 21:10 in Riga.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Najaf (NJF) follows a heading of 142° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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