Travelling from Bangkok to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is five hours behind Bangkok. Riga International Airport is located in Riga.
Your flight from Bangkok to RIX won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like February? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Bangkok to RIX departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Located around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Riga International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
When it comes to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is about 24 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to RIX flight? Check in to a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 60%.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Riga International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near RIX:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, central Riga is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Riga International Airport (RIX)
$416 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Riga International Airport. Return flights start from $1,062. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Bangkok to RIX, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Bangkok to Riga International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Bangkok to RIX.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Bangkok to Riga International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Riga International Airport (RIX)
January is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Riga International Airport (RIX), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Riga based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Bangkok to RIX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Riga International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Riga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Riga right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Riga International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Riga Central Market and Latvian National Opera are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Riga itinerary.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Latvia you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres southeast of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Latvia, consider Ventspils, about 153 kilometres west of Riga. Ventspils Beach, Ventspils pludmale and Ventspils Water Park are key highlights.
