Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Nice Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
Each week, there are four Riga International Airport to Nice Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, take the 07:10 Air Baltic flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 15:50 with Air Baltic.
To ensure you catch your RIX to NCE flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Nice (and then discovering more of France!) is easy with airBaltic. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport.
AirBaltic has the highest passenger demand on this route.
AirBaltic is the most punctual carrier operating RIX to NCE flights. An impressive 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between RIX and NCE:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Nice Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Nice Airport flight is RM308. A return fare right now is RM702. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to NCE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RIX to NCE.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of all flights departing from Riga International Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RIX:
Arriving at Nice Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riga International Airport to Nice Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nice Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nice and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Nice Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Nice Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Nice Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Nice. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Nice Airport (NCE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Nice. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport for August if you'd like to explore Nice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to NCE in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey about 306 kilometres north-west to Lyon to tick off its leading sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 161 kilometres west of Nice, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
