Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Beijing: what you need to know
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 6 hours ahead of Riga.
To ensure you catch your flight from RIX to Beijing, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
We make it simple to plan a flight from RIX to Beijing with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
To travel to China for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Latvia. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Riga International Airport to Beijing.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Riga, RIX can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to RIX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Beijing
279 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Beijing. A return flight starts from 595 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIX to Beijing, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Riga International Airport to Beijing is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from RIX to Beijing is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing is about 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to PEK if you're taking a late flight from Riga International Airport to Beijing. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 56 kilometres from central Beijing. Following your flight from Riga International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from RIX to Beijing, settle in at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Beijing. July is the busiest month to visit Beijing. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Beijing, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from RIX to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Beijing, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Beijing and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Beijing.