Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga one hour ahead of Stuttgart.
To ensure you catch your STR to RIX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between STR and RIX:
Copenhagen Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Hamburg International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
ر.ق. 381 is currently the best price for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 567. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from STR to RIX if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from STR to RIX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Of all flights leaving Stuttgart Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Central Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to STR? If you've booked an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're coming in on a late Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near RIX:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and discover Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Riga International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Riga. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Riga International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riga, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from STR to RIX sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to discover more of Latvia. Journey around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to tick off its top sights. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks.
