Flying from Rennes Airport (RNS) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rennes.
To ensure you get on your RNS to RIX flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between RNS and RIX:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Cote D'Azur Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rennes Airport (RNS) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Right now, RM1,494 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,888. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from RNS to RIX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Rennes Airport (RNS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rennes Airport, 77.88% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Rennes Airport from central Rennes, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near RNS:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're arriving on a late Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near RIX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Riga and beyond.
Booking your ride from Riga International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Riga in February.
When booking your flight from Rennes Airport to Riga International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RNS to RIX in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Latvia waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Latvia, head for Jelgava, about 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā are key highlights.
