Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
You can choose from 15 weekly Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flights. The 11:55 departure with Air Baltic is the earliest flight available. Air Baltic operates the last service of the day at 12:00.
Your RIX to OTP flight 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 for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air Baltic is your gateway to exploring Bucharest (and perhaps some other great parts of Romania!). Browse the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Baltic.
With an impressive 95.45% of services arriving as planned, Air Baltic has the best on-time performance for RIX to OTP flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RIX and OTP:
Frederic Chopin Airport
Vienna International Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Currently, $67 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $192. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from RIX to OTP, reserve your journey ten months before your departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the departures from Riga International Airport, 71.03% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
If you're landing on a late Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice to explore Bucharest and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
From Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, Bucharest is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bucharest based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to OTP in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to explore other parts of Romania. Travel about 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its top attractions. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, your itinerary will be busy.
Cluj-Napoca is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No journey is complete without dropping by St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.