Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Riga and Cairo are in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RIX to CAI flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between RIX and CAI include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
$340 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $471. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to CAI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RIX to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of all flights leaving Riga International Airport, 71.03% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things beat 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 hotels near CAI:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you should also see. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.
