Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Lyon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your LYS to RIX flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LYS and RIX:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Frankfurt Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
R 1,517 is the best price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,067. These fares can change based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LYS to RIX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of all flights leaving Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LYS. Whether you have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz to explore Riga and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Riga International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Riga. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you want to explore Riga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LYS to RIX sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Latvia just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Start your sightseeing at Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.