Flying from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
Riga is two hours ahead of Glasgow. Riga International Airport is located in Riga, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Glasgow to RIX. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to RIX departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Glasgow International Airport:
70.07% of flights that depart Glasgow International Airport reach their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
You can reach PIK from central Glasgow in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to RIX flight, stay in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near RIX:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Glasgow to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, central Riga is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Currently, Rs21,039 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,391. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Glasgow to RIX, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Riga International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Glasgow to RIX.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Riga. July is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Glasgow to RIX flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Riga International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market are must-visits when exploring Riga.
Explore more of Latvia
You've done Riga, now it's time to explore other corners of Latvia. Travel around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to tick off its top attractions. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, your itinerary will be busy.
Ventspils is another sought-after destination in Latvia and is around 153 kilometres west of Riga. No journey is complete without dropping by Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park.
