Flying from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport (RIX) jetting off from here.
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Reykjavik to Riga International Airport flight.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Reykjavik.
The busiest route is from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Riga International Airport (RIX). You can pick from 3 direct services each week. Air Baltic operates a 12:30am departure between KEF and RIX.
Your flight from Reykjavik to RIX won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Reach your destination without the detour from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport (RIX) can be booked from here.
Air Baltic is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport taking off from KEF.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Air Baltic between KEF and RIX.
The most reliable carrier for punctuality on this route is Air Baltic. Its services arrive without delay 73.33% of the time.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Reykjavik to RIX departing from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Bergen Airport (BGO)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Keflavik International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% of flights complete their journey on time.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is about 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Reykjavik to RIX flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Reykjavik International Airport:
76.1% of flights taking off from Reykjavik International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider staying in a hotel near RIX if you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, central Riga is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport (RIX)
At the moment, ر.ق. 406 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 808. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Reykjavik to RIX by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Reykjavik to Riga International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Riga. July is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport (RIX), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Book your Reykjavik to RIX flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Riga right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Reykjavik to Riga International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Riga.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Latvia waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 153 kilometres west of Riga, Ventspils is another favourite stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park.
