Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife is 2 hours behind Riga, where Riga International Airport is located. Tenerife operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 3 weekly flights between the two airports, Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route. AirBaltic operates the earliest flight at 08:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from RIX to TFS is with airBaltic at 10:40.
To ensure you get on your flight from RIX to Tenerife, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife. Begin your journey at RIX and arrive at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Look out for promotions from airBaltic. This airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Tenerife.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from RIX to Tenerife. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
You can travel to Spain for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Latvia. But before booking your flight tickets from Riga International Airport to Tenerife, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Riga, RIX can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tenerife
C$82 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$216. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from RIX to Tenerife by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to Tenerife. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 34 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TFN:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Central Tenerife is around 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). As soon as your flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 44 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near TFS. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from RIX to Tenerife at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Tenerife
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife. August is the busiest month to visit Tenerife. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from RIX to Tenerife in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tenerife right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Riga International Airport to Tenerife:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik are must-do's during your Tenerife adventure.
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