Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's main airports.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 6 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to RIX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Kuala Lumpur to RIX departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL is around 64 kilometers. Check out Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 1 hour and 32 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 27 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to RIX:
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near RIX:
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes roughly 49 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX)
For a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport, $306 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $723. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to RIX, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, making it easy to find a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to RIX.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Riga in February when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Riga. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur to RIX sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Riga right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport:
Riga Central Market and Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Riga to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Latvian National Opera.
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