RIX
Riga
Latvia
8,344 km
5,185 miles
VFA
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe
Distance
8,344 km
5,185 mi / 4,505 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Riga
Heading
178°
south

Airport Comparison

RIX VFA
Airport Name Riga International Airport Victoria Falls International Airport
IATA Code RIX VFA
ICAO Code EVRA FVFA
City Riga Victoria Falls
Country Latvia Zimbabwe
Timezone Europe/Riga Africa/Harare
Elevation 36 ft 3,490 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 -18.100000, 25.840000

Riga (RIX) to Victoria Falls (VFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 8,344 kilometers (5,185 miles / 4,505 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 01:36 in Riga, it's 01:36 in Victoria Falls.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,454 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 359° (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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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