Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Frankfurt is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Frankfurt is one hour behind Riga, where Riga International Airport is located. Frankfurt observes the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take your pick of 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from RIX to FRA is the 06:00 Lufthansa service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 17:20 with Air Baltic.
For a relaxed start to your RIX to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at RIX and travel nonstop to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That will be your arrival point when searching for Riga International Airport to Frankfurt tickets.
Book your seat with Lufthansa. This airline offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from RIX to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
RIX is about 10 kilometres from central Riga. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near RIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, data shows 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frankfurt
The best price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Frankfurt flight is C$107. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$199. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from RIX to Frankfurt, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Organize your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Riga International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from RIX to Frankfurt.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your flight from RIX to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Riga International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your RIX to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before locking in your flights from Riga International Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Frankfurt offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Riga International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to Frankfurt in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our selection of hotels including:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.