Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Doha is one hour ahead of Riga and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Your RIX to DOH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between RIX and DOH include:
Vienna International Airport
Hamburg Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
At the moment, $642 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,209. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from RIX to DOH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RIX to DOH.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Reserve a hotel near DOH if you're on a late Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Hamad International Airport rental car and explore Doha and beyond with your own wheels. SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Hamad International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Doha. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Doha in April.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Hamad International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Doha during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 31ºC (88ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to DOH in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Qatar
Doha has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Qatar waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kilometres west of Doha, a trip to Ar Rayyan will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another sought-after destination in Qatar and is around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. No trip is complete without experiencing Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).