RAI
Praia
Cape Verde
6,125 km
3,806 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
6,125 km
3,806 mi / 3,308 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Heading
29°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

RAI RIX
Airport Name Praia International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code RAI RIX
ICAO Code GVNP EVRA
City Praia Riga
Country Cape Verde Latvia
Timezone Atlantic/Cape_Verde Europe/Riga
Elevation 230 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 14.920000, -23.490000 56.920000, 23.970000

Praia (RAI) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 6,125 kilometers (3,806 miles / 3,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:46 in Praia, it's 05:46 in Riga. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Praia (RAI) follows a heading of 240° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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