Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
Each week, there are eight Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, take the 10:30 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 15:45 with Air Baltic.
Give yourself enough time to make your RIX to FCO flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Rome (and then seeing more of Italy!) is a snap with Air Baltic. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air Baltic on this route.
With a reliable 86.49% of services arriving on schedule, Air Baltic is the most punctual carrier for RIX to FCO flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RIX and FCO:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is 26 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 82 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from RIX to FCO, reserve your journey three months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights departing from Riga International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare to explore Rome and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Rome. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to FCO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Rome, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its top attractions. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Naples is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without a visit to National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.