Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Riga is nine hours ahead of Vancouver and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your YVR to RIX flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Riga International Airport flight is Rs67,656. A round-trip fare is currently Rs170,775. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YVR to RIX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Riga International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to YVR? If you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider booking a hotel close to RIX if you're taking a late Vancouver International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Riga and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Riga International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Riga International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Riga in February.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YVR to RIX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many cities in Latvia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.