Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Oslo: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 31 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Oslo.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Oslo is 1 hour behind Riga.
With 54 weekly flights between the two airports, Riga International Airport (RIX) to Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the most popular route. AirBaltic operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from RIX to OSL is with Norwegian Air Sweden at 19:40.
Leave enough time to make your flight from RIX to Oslo. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Oslo are available for booking. Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is where you'll be landing.
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from Riga International Airport to Oslo. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from RIX to Oslo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You don't need a visa for Norway if you have a passport from Latvia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before booking your flight tickets from Riga International Airport to Oslo, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Travelling from central Riga to RIX takes around 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.
Want a handy hotel close to RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Oslo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Oslo
C$24 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Oslo. Return flights start at C$48. These fares may change based on availability.
Book 8 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RIX to Oslo.
Organize your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to Oslo. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Oslo.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo takes about 38 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near OSL if you have a late flight from Riga International Airport to Oslo. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
The centre of Oslo is about 121 kilometres from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF). Once your flight from Riga International Airport to Oslo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours and 21 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to TRF. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from RIX to Oslo:
Best time to go to Oslo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Oslo. June is the most popular month to visit Oslo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Oslo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from RIX to Oslo in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -14ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Oslo, explore our selection of hotels including:
Viking Ship Museum and The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Oslo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Akershus Fortress.
Complete your Oslo trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Oslo and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Oslo.