Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport takes on average 4 hours 35 minutes. Riga's timezone is UTC+2 — identical to Tel Aviv.
Flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport start from 00:15 — the earliest with Air Baltic. The last flight of the day is the 23:45 service with Air Baltic. In total, you can take your pick of 4 weekly services from TLV to RIX.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Riga (and seeing more of Latvia!) is easy with Air Baltic. This popular carrier has direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport.
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Latvia. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from TLV to RIX, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
99 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport. Return flights start at 200 €. These fares may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from TLV to RIX by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Ben Gurion International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 43 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near TLV:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
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.
It'll take around 49 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Riga. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TLV to RIX in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC then.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from TLV to RIX, check out our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Riga Central Market, Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga and Latvian National Opera are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Riga itinerary.
Complete your Riga trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Riga International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Riga holiday.