Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Taipei: what you need to know
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is six hours ahead of Riga.
To avoid missing your RIX to Taipei flight, allow 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.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from RIX to Taipei with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Riga, RIX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near RIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Taipei
Rs109,576 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Taipei flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs213,335. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RIX to Taipei if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Riga International Airport to Taipei ticket.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Riga International Airport to Taipei by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and experience more of Taipei and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from RIX to Taipei can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Riga International Airport to Taipei has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TSA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RIX to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and set off in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Travel to Taipei during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Riga International Airport to Taipei during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Riga International Airport to Taipei flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RIX to Taipei around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Taipei, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Tainan is another standout destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without seeing Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.