Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
A direct flight from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport takes an average of 2 hours 58 minutes. The timezone in Nottingham is UTC+0, which is 2 hours behind Riga.
There are 2 flights from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport every week. Hop on the 05:45 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from RIX to EMA is at 22:45.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the RIX - EMA route include:
Orio al Serio International Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Geneve Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter United Kingdom, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the latest information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from RIX to EMA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport is 20 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 61 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from RIX to EMA, book your trip 2 months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Play around with filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Riga International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Consider booking a hotel close to EMA if you're taking a late flight from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
East Midlands Airport to central Nottingham takes around 27 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 52 minutes.
When to fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Nottingham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to East Midlands Airport for July if you want to visit Nottingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to EMA in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 8ºC then.
More about Nottingham
As soon as you've locked in your flights from RIX to EMA, you'll need to find a place to stay in Nottingham. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Wollaton Hall and Park, City of Caves and Old Market Square are highlights which should feature on any good Nottingham itinerary.
Complete your Nottingham trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to East Midlands Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Nottingham.
