Flying from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport.
Riga is two hours ahead of Aberdeen and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ABZ to RIX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Riga (and then exploring more of Latvia!) is a snap with airBaltic. This popular airline offers direct flights from Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport.
AirBaltic is the top choice for travelers on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ABZ and RIX:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
$77 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Return flights start at $204. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ABZ to RIX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)
81% of flights departing from Aberdeen Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of ABZ.
Central Aberdeen to Aberdeen Airport is around 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to ABZ:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're arriving on a late Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near RIX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Riga International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from central Riga. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Riga. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Aberdeen Airport to Riga International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABZ to RIX in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Latvia waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometers south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 40 kilometers south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Start your sightseeing at Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks.