Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your CCU to RIX flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Riga International Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Riga International Airport flight is Rs139,443. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs310,214. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CCU to RIX, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Riga International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
When it comes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport's on-time performance, 75.9% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CCU? If you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Riga International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're coming in on a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Riga International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near RIX:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Riga International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport to the centre of Riga has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Riga International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Riga in February.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CCU to RIX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to discover more of Latvia. Journey around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to tick off its must-visit sights. From Parks to Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience major highlights starting with Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.
