Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is five hours ahead of Riga and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Your RIX to HKT flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RIX and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
Right now, £183 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £491. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RIX to HKT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RIX to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
79% of flights taking off from Riga International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Riga International Airport is around 10 kms (6 miles) from central Riga. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to RIX:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Follow your own route with a Phuket Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and chase adventure across Phuket and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) from the centre of Phuket. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
January is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Phuket in March.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Phuket Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RIX to HKT around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
See more of Thailand with a visit to Surat Thani, located about 177 kms (110 miles) north-east of Phuket. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other top attractions, there's no shortage of things to add to your itinerary.
Eager to explore Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then set off for Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another favourite destination in Thailand, it's around 177 kms (110 miles) east of Phuket.