Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be traveling for around 3 hours 35 minutes.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is two hours behind Riga.
The most popular route is from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Keflavik Airport (KEF). Take your pick of three weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from RIX to KEF is the 10:35 Air Baltic service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:45 with Air Baltic.
For a relaxed start to your RIX to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Riga International Airport to Reykjavik tickets are available for booking. Keflavik Airport (KEF) will be where your journey ends.
Look out for promotions from Air Baltic. This airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Reykjavik.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from RIX to Reykjavik. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 10 kilometers from central Riga, RIX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Traveling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near RIX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
79% of flights that take off from Riga International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Reykjavik
AED 288 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket right now is AED 635. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from RIX to Reykjavik, reserve your journey three months ahead of your departure.
The best month for finding cheap Riga International Airport to Reykjavik tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometers from the center of Reykjavik. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from RIX to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometers from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). After your flight from Riga International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
Following your RIX to Reykjavik flight, settle in at a hotel close to RKV. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Reykjavik. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
Book a Riga International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RIX to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Harpa and The Northern Light Center are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Reykjavik itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover more of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometers northeast to Akureyri to tick off its leading attractions. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 121 kilometers southeast of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favorite stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
