PQS
Pilot Station
United States
6,783 km
4,215 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,783 km
4,215 mi / 3,662 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Nome
Heading
356°
north

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PQS RIX
Airport Name Pilot Station Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code PQS RIX
ICAO Code K0AK EVRA
City Pilot Station Riga
Country United States Latvia
Timezone America/Nome Europe/Riga
Elevation 473 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 61.960000, -162.940000 56.920000, 23.970000

Pilot Station (PQS) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Pilot Station Airport (PQS) in Pilot Station, United States to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,783 kilometers (4,215 miles / 3,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:59 in Pilot Station, it's 01:59 in Riga. With a 11-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 Pilot Station (PQS) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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