Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Osaka: what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9. The city is 7 hours ahead of Riga, where Riga International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from RIX to Osaka.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from RIX to Osaka. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Riga to RIX takes approximately 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near RIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Osaka or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Osaka
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Osaka is C$770. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,370. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIX to Osaka if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Osaka.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Osaka. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. After your flight from Riga International Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near ITM. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from RIX to Osaka at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Riga International Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Osaka, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Osaka for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from RIX to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Osaka right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Osaka:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are must-visits when exploring Osaka.
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