RIX
Riga
Latvia
6,276 km
3,900 miles
WLK
Selawik
United States
Distance
6,276 km
3,900 mi / 3,389 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Europe/Riga
Heading
north

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RIX WLK
Airport Name Riga International Airport Selawik Airport
IATA Code RIX WLK
ICAO Code EVRA PASK
City Riga Selawik
Country Latvia United States
Timezone Europe/Riga America/Anchorage
Elevation 36 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 66.600000, -159.990000

Riga (RIX) to Selawik (WLK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Selawik Airport (WLK) in Selawik, United States is 6,276 kilometers (3,900 miles / 3,389 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 2°.

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 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 14:27 in Riga, it's 03:27 in Selawik. With a 11-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 Selawik (WLK) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 357° (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 Selawik Airport (WLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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