Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cairo.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CAI to RIX flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Riga International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and RIX:
Larnaca International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Riga International Airport flight is $192. A return ticket is currently $282. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from CAI to RIX, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Riga International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights departing from Cairo International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it takes around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're landing on a late Cairo International Airport to Riga International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near RIX:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz to explore Riga and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Riga International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometers from the center of Riga. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Riga based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAI to RIX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many places in Latvia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Riga. Around 193 kilometers away to the south-east, its best attractions include Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Jelgava is another must-experience destination in Latvia and is around 40 kilometers south-west of Riga. No journey is complete without a visit to Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.