Traveling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
Every week, there are four Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 00:15 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:45 with Air Baltic.
To ensure you catch your RIX to TLV flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Baltic offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Tel Aviv — and maybe even more of Israel if time allows.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Air Baltic.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RIX and TLV:
Rhodes Airport
Bourgas Airport
Sofia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
$85 is the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $186. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RIX to TLV.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RIX to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of all flights departing from Riga International Airport, 71.03% land on time at their destination.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to RIX:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel near TLV if you're on a late Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometers from the center of Tel Aviv. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Tel Aviv in April.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to TLV in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Israel you'll want to see. Around 56 kilometers south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Around 80 kilometers north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another favorite stop in Israel. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.
