Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport takes 2 hours 30 minutes, on average. Riga's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Bucharest.
Every week, there are 15 flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport. If you'd like to get going early, take the 11:55 Air Baltic flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from OTP to RIX is 15:10 with Air Baltic.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Riga (and then discovering more of Latvia!) is a breeze with Air Baltic. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between OTP and RIX:
Vienna International Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Latvia. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from OTP to RIX, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
71 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport. A return flight starts at 137 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from OTP to RIX, reserve your journey 1 month ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your trip? Stay near OTP. Whether you have an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Reserve a hotel near RIX if you have a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 49 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Riga. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Riga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from OTP to RIX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Riga
After locking in your flights from OTP to RIX, you'll want to find a place to stay in Riga. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Riga Central Market and Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Riga must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Latvian National Opera.
Complete your Riga trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Riga International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Riga escape.