Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is five hours behind Phuket.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your HKT to RIX flight.
Flying during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between HKT and RIX:
Frankfurt Airport
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport flight is R 5,791. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 17,099. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HKT to RIX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HKT to RIX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights that leave from Phuket International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to HKT:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're getting in on a late Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near RIX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Riga International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riga. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Phuket International Airport to Riga International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riga, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKT to RIX in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many cities in Latvia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Jelgava is another standout destination in Latvia and is around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. No journey is complete without a visit to Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.
