Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Zurich is one hour behind Riga and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are ten Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, select the 07:05 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 17:00 with Air Baltic.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Travelling to Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is a snap with Air Baltic. This popular carrier has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Baltic.
Air Baltic is the most punctual carrier that offers RIX to ZRH flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIX and ZRH include:
Copenhagen Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, Rs23,454 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs50,496. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from RIX to ZRH, reserve your journey three months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RIX to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.03% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Riga International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RIX to ZRH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another must-experience destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.