How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Lyon to Riga take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 1,798 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Lyon to Riga

1,798

Kilometres (km)

1,117

Miles (mi)

971

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Lyon to Riga is approximately 1,798 km. The typical flight time is 2h 36m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Lyon

Grenoble-Isere Airport (GNB)44 km
Chambery-Savoie Airport (CMF)62 km
Annecy-Haute-Savoie-Mont Blanc Airport (NCY)81 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Lyon to Riga is approximately 1,798 km (1,117 miles).