Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is five hours ahead of Riga.
Give yourself enough time to catch your RIX to HKT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RIX and HKT include:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Right now, $375 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $960. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from RIX to HKT, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from RIX to HKT is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, data shows 71.03% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Riga International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near RIX:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you have a late Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to HKT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are key reasons to visit.