Traveling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
A direct flight from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport takes on average 2 hours 44 minutes. The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is 1 hour behind Riga.
Every week, there are 13 flights from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you want to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 07:00 Air Baltic flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from RIX to MXP is 18:35 with Air Baltic.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Air Baltic is your ticket to exploring Milan (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Italy!). Browse the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the top stopovers between RIX and MXP:
Brussels Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from RIX to MXP, check whether you need a visa to enter Italy. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is C$62. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$143. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flight tickets from RIX to MXP by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from RIX to MXP every day.
Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Riga, Riga International Airport can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MXP:
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the center of Milan. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 45 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport takes about 53 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Milan in February.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap flight tickets from RIX to MXP in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flights from RIX to MXP, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Milan. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are top attractions which should feature on any good Milan itinerary.
Look into your options for flying into Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN). They're other popular international airports that'll get you to and from Milan.
Complete your Milan trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. After booking your cheap ticket to Milano Malpensa Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Milan stay.
