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Distance from Tokyo to Riga

Straight line

8,102 km
5,035 mi · 4,375 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 38 min

Direction

NNW 329°
initial bearing

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How far is Tokyo from Riga?

Tokyo (Japan) and Riga (Latvia) are very far apart: 8,102 km in a straight line, that is 5,035 miles or 4,375 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Tokyo, Riga lies to the north-west (initial bearing 329°). The route crosses from Japan into Latvia. The halfway point is at 61.9334°, 99.2235°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 38 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Tokyo from Riga?

The straight-line distance between Tokyo and Riga is 8,102 km (5,035 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Riga from Tokyo?

Riga is to the north-west of Tokyo, at an initial bearing of 329°.

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Riga?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 38 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.