RIX
Riga
Latvia
6,022 km
3,742 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
6,022 km
3,742 mi / 3,251 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Riga
Heading
171°
south

Airport Comparison

RIX RUA
Airport Name Riga International Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code RIX RUA
ICAO Code EVRA HUAR
City Riga Arua
Country Latvia Uganda
Timezone Europe/Riga Africa/Kampala
Elevation 36 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 3.050000, 30.920000

Riga (RIX) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 6,022 kilometers (3,742 miles / 3,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:09 in Riga, it's 10:09 in Arua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,915 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 355° (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 Riga International Airport (RIX) and Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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