Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Paris: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Paris and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Paris is one hour behind Riga, where Riga International Airport is located. Paris runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Riga International Airport (RIX) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with ten weekly flights to pick from. You can fly from RIX to CDG at 07:00 with Air Baltic.
Leave enough time to make your RIX to Paris flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Riga International Airport to Paris ticket. Begin your journey at RIX and end it at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Book your ticket with Air Baltic. This airline operates direct flights from Riga International Airport to Paris.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from RIX to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Riga, RIX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Riga International Airport, 71.03% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Paris
ر.ق. 112 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 271. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from RIX to Paris by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Riga International Airport to Paris tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Riga International Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Follow your own route with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience more of Paris and beyond.
Booking your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from RIX to Paris can help you get the lowest rate.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from central Paris. After your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near ORY. Unwind and get cosy after your RIX to Paris flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to BVA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your RIX to Paris flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from BVA three weeks before your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris to access the best rates.
The street address for Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Paris in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Riga International Airport to Paris flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RIX to Paris around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are attractions you won't want to skip in Paris.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its must-visit sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.
