RIX
Riga
Latvia
9,221 km
5,730 miles
WJF
Lancaster
United States
Distance
9,221 km
5,730 mi / 4,979 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Europe/Riga
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

RIX WJF
Airport Name Riga International Airport General Wm J Fox Airfield
IATA Code RIX WJF
ICAO Code EVRA KWJF
City Riga Lancaster
Country Latvia United States
Timezone Europe/Riga America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 36 ft 2,351 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 34.740000, -118.220000

Riga (RIX) to Lancaster (WJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) in Lancaster, United States is 9,221 kilometers (5,730 miles / 4,979 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:31 in Riga, it's 06:31 in Lancaster. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,315 feet between the two airports. General Wm J Fox Airfield sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Lancaster (WJF) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 20° (north northeast). 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 General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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