Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Dubai: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Dubai.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 2 hours ahead of Riga, where Riga International Airport is located.
With 6 weekly flights between the two airports, Riga International Airport (RIX) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. AirBaltic operates the earliest flight at 00:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from RIX to DXB is with flydubai at 23:25.
To ensure you get on your flight from RIX to Dubai, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Dubai that arrives at Dubai Airport (DXB).
airBaltic is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Riga International Airport to Dubai.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from RIX to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You won't need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a passport from Latvia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Riga International Airport to Dubai, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
RIX is about 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near RIX? If you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Dubai, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Dubai
101 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Dubai. A return flight starts from 308 €. These prices can change based on demand.
Book 4 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RIX to Dubai.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to Dubai. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 49 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Riga International Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
As soon as your flight from Riga International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from RIX to Dubai at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, head to Dubai in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Dubai for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from RIX to Dubai sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Dubai itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Desert safari tourism.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
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