Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH): what you need to know
Zante (Zakynthos)'s timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to ZTH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between RIX and ZTH include:
Vienna International Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport flight is $83. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $175. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RIX to ZTH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from RIX to ZTH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 71.03% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zakinthos Airport (ZTH)
If you're landing on a late Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near ZTH:
Pick up a Zakinthos Airport rental car and explore Zante (Zakynthos) and beyond with your own set of wheels. Abbycar, OK Mobility and Carwiz are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zakinthos Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Zakinthos Airport (ZTH) to central Zante (Zakynthos)
Zakinthos Airport to central Zante (Zakynthos) has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometers away.
When to fly to Zakinthos Airport (ZTH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Zante (Zakynthos) in February.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Zakinthos Airport for August if you'd like to go to Zante (Zakynthos) during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to ZTH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Zante (Zakynthos) has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece you should also see. About 257 kilometers east of Zante (Zakynthos), a trip to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Around 370 kilometers north-east of Zante (Zakynthos), Thessaloniki is another essential stop in Greece. No visit is complete without checking out Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.