Flying from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Newquay.
Your NQY to RIX flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport. These are the top stopovers between NQY and RIX:
Dublin Airport
Manchester Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Currently, R 2,184 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,794. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from NQY to RIX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from NQY to RIX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Newquay Cornwall Airport, 64.34% of flights complete their journey on time.
Newquay Cornwall Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Newquay. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near NQY:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Fast-track your 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.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Riga International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Riga. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Riga International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NQY to RIX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Latvia you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Jelgava is another well-known destination in Latvia and is around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. No journey is complete without experiencing Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.
