Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Samarkand Airport (SKD): what you need to know
Samarkand's timezone is UTC+5, making Samarkand three hours ahead of Riga.
Leave plenty of time to make your RIX to SKD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport is a sought-after stop between RIX and SKD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
Currently, Rs72,170 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs164,350. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to SKD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RIX to SKD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, data shows 71.03% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Samarkand Airport (SKD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SKD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Samarkand Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Samarkand and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Samarkand Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to central Samarkand
Samarkand Airport to the centre of Samarkand has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Samarkand in February.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Samarkand Airport for July if you'd like to explore Samarkand during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to SKD in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Uzbekistan
You've done Samarkand, now it's time to discover other parts of Uzbekistan. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Tashkent to tick off its popular sights. From Chorsu Bazaar to Amir Timur Museum and Tashkent TV tower, your itinerary will be busy.
Namangan is another well-known destination in Uzbekistan and is around 418 kilometres east of Samarkand. No journey is complete without a visit to Hamza kalsavoy, Afsonalar vodiysi and Ola Buka.
