Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Tenerife is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Riga.
Every week, there are three Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, select the 08:05 Air Baltic flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 10:40 with Air Baltic.
Give yourself enough time to catch your RIX to TFS flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
AirBaltic is your ticket to exploring Tenerife (and maybe even some other great parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with airBaltic on this route.
With a reliable 82.93% of services arriving on schedule, airBaltic has the best on-time record for RIX to TFS flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RIX and TFS:
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Gran Canaria Airport
Prague Airport
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of all flights leaving Riga International Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Riga International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Riga. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RIX:
Arriving at Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TFS if you have a late Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tenerife South Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or TopCar to explore Tenerife and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Tenerife South Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to central Tenerife
From Tenerife South Airport, Tenerife is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport is June, while December is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Tenerife based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife South Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tenerife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to TFS in February. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Tenerife has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. About 88 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, a trip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like La Cícer (Playa de Las Canteras), Plaza Espana and Poema del Mar.
Around 97 kilometres south-east of Tenerife, Telde is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Mirador de San Francisco, Palacio Rocha and Basilica of San Juan Bautista.
