Travelling from Colombo to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is three hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Your flight from Colombo to RIX won't wait if you're running 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 flying internationally.
Popular months like February or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Colombo to RIX with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CMB and RIX include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Riga International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near RIX and get cosy, quick:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks before your Colombo to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Central Riga is around 10 kilometres from Riga International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Riga International Airport is $942. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,720. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Colombo to RIX, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Colombo to Riga International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. January is the quietest month to go to Riga. August is when most people book flights from Colombo to Riga International Airport (RIX), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Colombo to RIX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Riga to range from 13ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Riga International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Riga International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riga:
Your Riga trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market.
Explore more of Latvia
You've done Riga, now it's time to discover more of Latvia. Travel around 193 kilometres southeast to Daugavpils to tick off its leading sights. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Riga, Ventspils is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kurzeme coastline, Ventspils Water Park and Ventspils Beach.
