RIX
Riga
Latvia
6,592 km
4,096 miles
YAC
Cat Lake
Canada
Distance
6,592 km
4,096 mi / 3,560 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Riga
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

RIX YAC
Airport Name Riga International Airport Cat Lake Airport
IATA Code RIX YAC
ICAO Code EVRA CYAC
City Riga Cat Lake
Country Latvia Canada
Timezone Europe/Riga America/Winnipeg
Elevation 36 ft 1,344 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 51.730000, -91.820000

Riga (RIX) to Cat Lake (YAC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Cat Lake Airport (YAC) in Cat Lake, Canada is 6,592 kilometers (4,096 miles / 3,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Canada. 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 10:25 in Riga, it's 02:25 in Cat Lake. With a 8-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 1,308 feet between the two airports. Cat Lake Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Cat Lake (YAC) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 35° (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 Cat Lake Airport (YAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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