Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Montreal: what you need to know
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 6 hours behind Riga.
For a smooth journey, arrive 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 Montreal.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from RIX to Montreal that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You will need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from Latvia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Riga International Airport to Montreal, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Riga to RIX takes around 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near RIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Montreal
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Montreal is C$414. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$967. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RIX to Montreal. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Riga International Airport to Montreal throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from RIX to Montreal is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Montreal, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Riga International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Riga International Airport to Montreal has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from RIX to Montreal:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Montreal. To avoid the crowds, travel to Montreal in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Montreal for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flights from RIX to Montreal sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Montreal, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are essential stops on your Montreal itinerary.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
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