Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Vienna.
Take your pick of 20 weekly Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport flights. The 06:05 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Air Baltic operates the last service of the day at 19:20.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your VIE to RIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Air Baltic has direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Riga — and maybe even more of Latvia if your schedule allows.
Air Baltic is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates VIE to RIX flights is Ryanair. Its services land without delay 76.36% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport flight is $48. A return ticket right now is $87. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from VIE to RIX, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Of the departures from Vienna International Airport, 78.59% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near VIE. Whether you have an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Riga International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and see more of Riga and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Riga International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Riga. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Riga based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Vienna International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Riga during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VIE to RIX in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
You've done Riga, now it's time to explore other parts of Latvia. Journey around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to check off its leading attractions. From Parks to Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia and is around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. No trip is complete without seeing Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.