Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Perth.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your PER to RIX flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Perth Airport to Riga International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between PER and RIX:
Dubai Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Currently, £395 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Perth Airport to Riga International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £1,051. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PER to RIX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Perth Airport to Riga International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from PER to RIX 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 when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Perth Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of the departures from Perth Airport, 73.04% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Perth Airport from central Perth, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near PER? If you're boarding an early flight from Perth Airport to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Perth Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Riga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and discover more of Riga and beyond.
Booking your ride from Riga International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Riga. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to Riga International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Riga in February.
When reserving your flight from Perth Airport to Riga International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riga, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to RIX in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Latvia just waiting to be explored. Around 120 miles south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Around 25 miles south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another favourite stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.
