Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Newcastle International Airport (NCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Newcastle is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Riga.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to NCL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season 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 Newcastle International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between RIX and NCL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Right now, $70 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Newcastle International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $159. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RIX to NCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Riga International Airport to Newcastle International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RIX to NCL.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Newcastle International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that leave from Riga International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Newcastle International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Consider booking a hotel near NCL if you're catching a late Riga International Airport to Newcastle International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Newcastle International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Europcar and experience more of Newcastle and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Newcastle International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to central Newcastle
Newcastle International Airport to central Newcastle has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Newcastle International Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Newcastle based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Newcastle International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Newcastle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIX to NCL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Newcastle. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 274 kilometres south of Newcastle, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
