RIX
Riga
Latvia
5,280 km
3,281 miles
ZAR
Zaria
Nigeria
Distance
5,280 km
3,281 mi / 2,851 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Riga
Heading
202°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

RIX ZAR
Airport Name Riga International Airport Zaria Airport
IATA Code RIX ZAR
ICAO Code EVRA DNZA
City Riga Zaria
Country Latvia Nigeria
Timezone Europe/Riga Africa/Lagos
Elevation 36 ft 2,170 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 11.130000, 7.690000

Riga (RIX) to Zaria (ZAR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Zaria Airport (ZAR) in Zaria, Nigeria is 5,280 kilometers (3,281 miles / 2,851 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.

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 Nigeria. 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 20:04 in Riga, it's 19:04 in Zaria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,134 feet between the two airports. Zaria Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Zaria (ZAR) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 12° (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 Zaria Airport (ZAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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