Flying from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport.
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga one hour ahead of Warsaw.
Choose from 19 weekly Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport flights. The 10:25 departure with LOT - Polish Airlines is the earliest you can take. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:10.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your WAW to RIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
LOT - Polish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Riga (and perhaps some other great corners of Latvia!). Browse the direct flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport offered by this carrier.
LOT - Polish Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
LOT - Polish Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for WAW to RIX flights, with 88.36% of its services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport flight is $103. A round-trip ticket right now is $204. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from WAW to RIX by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from WAW to RIX.
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Handy information about Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
When it comes to Frederic Chopin Airport's on-time performance, 77.68% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Frederic Chopin Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. 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 trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near WAW. Whether you have an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Riga International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Frederic Chopin 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).
Search for cheap tickets from WAW to RIX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Latvia
You've seen Riga, now it's time to discover other corners of Latvia. Travel about 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to tick off its leading sights. From Parks to Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Latvia, consider Jelgava, about 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā are highlights.