Flying from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome.
Every week, there are seven Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, take the 10:35 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:50 with Ryanair.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your FCO to RIX flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
AirBaltic is your gateway to exploring Riga (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Latvia!). Check out the direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is airBaltic.
The most punctual carrier that offers FCO to RIX flights is Ryanair. Its services land as scheduled 79.17% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between FCO and RIX include:
Zurich Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Vilnius Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
$49 is the lowest price for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $113. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from FCO to RIX, reserve your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
78% of flights that take off from Rome Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Rome Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it takes around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to FCO:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and discover Riga and beyond with your own wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Riga International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FCO to RIX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many cities in Latvia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Latvia, consider Jelgava, about 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks are key highlights.








