Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Aberdeen's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Aberdeen two hours behind Riga.
To ensure you get on your RIX to ABZ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Baltic is your gateway to discovering Aberdeen (and maybe even some other great corners of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air Baltic on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RIX and ABZ:
Copenhagen Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport flight is AED 286. A return fare right now is AED 747. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from RIX to ABZ by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RIX to ABZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport land at their destination on time.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Riga. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ABZ if you're on a late Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with an Aberdeen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Drivalia, Alamo or Budget and discover more of Aberdeen and beyond.
Booking your ride from Aberdeen International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport to the center of Aberdeen has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometers away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
June is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Aberdeen in April.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Aberdeen International Airport for July if you want to go to Aberdeen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIX to ABZ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Aberdeen. Around 193 kilometers away to the south-west, its best attractions include Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
Edinburgh is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 153 kilometers south-west of Aberdeen. No trip is complete without visiting Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.