Traveling from Melbourne to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great vacations begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Riga International Airport (RIX).
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 9 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Melbourne to RIX.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your trip. When booking your flight from Melbourne to RIX, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is one option if you're taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is roughly 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Need a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Riga International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Riga International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon 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 reach the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Riga International Airport (RIX)
$446 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Riga International Airport. Return flights start from $1,447. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to get cheap tickets from Melbourne to RIX. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Finding cheap tickets from Melbourne to Riga International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Riga International Airport (RIX)
February is the quietest time to fly to Riga. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Riga International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Melbourne to RIX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riga, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -12ºC and 4ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Riga International Airport.
More about Riga
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Riga International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riga:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Riga Central Market, Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga and Latvian National Opera are must-visits when exploring Riga.
Complete your Riga trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Melbourne to Riga International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Riga and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.