Flying from Paris to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Paris has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Paris to Riga International Airport (RIX) flying out of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
2 hours 40 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Paris to Riga International Airport flight.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Paris.
The most popular route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Riga International Airport (RIX). You can choose from 10 direct services each week. Air Baltic operates a 9:35am departure between CDG and RIX.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to RIX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can book a direct flight from Paris to Riga International Airport (RIX) out of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Air Baltic is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Paris to Riga International Airport taking off from CDG.
AirBaltic is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from CDG to RIX.
Among carriers on this route, airBaltic has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
CDG is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Paris. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Paris to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
65% of flights leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport reach their destination on schedule.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Paris to Riga International Airport, browse these options when departing from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Paris to RIX flight? Check in to a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Most flights that depart Paris Orly Airport make it to their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Begin your travels at Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and fly straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Paris to Riga International Airport from here.
Take off from BVA with Ryanair. This well-known airline offers direct Paris to RIX plane tickets.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Ryanair from BVA to RIX.
Ryanair tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 81.25% of services landing on schedule.
BVA is roughly 88 kms (55 miles) from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Paris to Riga International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At BVA, that figure is 71%.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Reserve a hotel near RIX if you have a late flight from Paris to Riga International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Paris to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, central Riga is around 10 kms (6 miles) away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Riga International Airport (RIX)
At the moment, £43 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £86. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Paris to RIX by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Paris to Riga International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Riga International Airport (RIX)
August is when most people book flights from Paris to Riga International Airport (RIX). Visit Riga in January for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Paris to RIX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Riga to range from 13ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Riga International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Riga International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Riga trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Old City Riga (Vecriga), Riga Central Market and Latvian National Opera.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to discover other parts of Latvia. Travel around 193 kms (120 miles) southeast to Daugavpils to check off its leading attractions. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of Latvia, head for Ventspils, about 153 kms (95 miles) west of Riga. Ventspils Beach, Ventspils pludmale and Ventspils Water Park are among the biggest draws.