Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Bristol.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BRS to RIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BRS and RIX:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Currently, RM294 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM603. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BRS to RIX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
69.8% of flights departing from Bristol Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Bristol Airport from central Bristol, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near BRS:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Riga International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and find adventure across Riga and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Riga International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Riga based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Bristol Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRS to RIX in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to discover more of Latvia. Travel around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to check off its top sights. From Parks to Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.