Flying from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga one hour ahead of Warsaw.
Every week, there are 23 Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your WAW to RIX flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Riga (and then seeing more of Latvia!) is a snap with LOT. This popular airline offers direct flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with LOT on this route.
LOT is the most punctual carrier operating WAW to RIX flights. A reliable 87.42% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport flight is $121. A round-trip ticket right now is $193. 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 WAW to RIX if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Warsaw Chopin Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart WAW arrive at their destination on time.
Central Warsaw to Warsaw Chopin Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near WAW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Book a hotel near RIX if you're catching a late Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Riga International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Riga. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from WAW to RIX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to discover other parts of Latvia. Journey about 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to check off its must-visit sights. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another favourite stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks.





