Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Paris: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Paris.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is one hour behind Riga.
Riga International Airport (RIX) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most traveled route, with ten flights a week to pick from. You can travel from RIX to CDG at 07:00 with Air Baltic.
For a relaxed start to your RIX to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Riga International Airport to Paris tickets are available for booking. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) will be your arrival point.
Look out for promotions from Air Baltic. This carrier has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Paris.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from RIX to Paris. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Riga to RIX takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to RIX? If you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Paris, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Riga International Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Paris
Rs12,530 is currently the best price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Paris flight. A return plane ticket starts from Rs33,413. These prices can change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from RIX to Paris, book your trip four months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Riga International Airport to Paris tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Riga International Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Booking your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from RIX to Paris can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is around 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near ORY. Kick back and get cosy after your RIX to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from ORY one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by choosing a hotel near BVA after your RIX to Paris flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris is a good time to book your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Paris, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Paris based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Riga International Airport to Paris plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Paris, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are must-visits when exploring Paris.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
