Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport.
Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Manchester two hours behind Riga.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RIX to MAN flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Getting to Manchester (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for RIX to MAN flights is Ryanair.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIX and MAN include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Copenhagen Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport flight is £14. A round-trip ticket right now is £42. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIX to MAN, book your trip six months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RIX to MAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.03% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you have a late Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MAN:
Explore without limits with a Manchester Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and discover more of Manchester and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Manchester based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Manchester Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to MAN in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Manchester is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 160 miles south-east of Manchester, a trip to London will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 70 miles south of Manchester. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are highlights.
