Airport Comparison
| PVR | RIX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport | Riga International Airport |
| IATA Code | PVR | RIX |
| ICAO Code | MMPR | EVRA |
| City | Puerto Vallarta | Riga |
| Country | Mexico | Latvia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Europe/Riga |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 36 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.680000, -105.250000 | 56.920000, 23.970000 |
Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 10,179 kilometers (6,325 miles / 5,496 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico 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 13:20 in Puerto Vallarta, it's 21:20 in Riga. With a 8-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 Puerto Vallarta (PVR) follows a heading of 314° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) and Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.