Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hannover Airport (HAJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Hannover is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
To ensure you get on your RIX to HAJ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RIX and HAJ:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)
At the moment, R 1,614 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,835. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to HAJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Riga International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hannover Airport (HAJ)
Book a hotel near HAJ if you're catching a late Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Hannover Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and see more of Hannover and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hannover Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to central Hannover
From Hannover Airport, Hannover is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Hannover Airport (HAJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Hannover based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Hannover is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Hannover Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RIX to HAJ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored after you've seen Hannover. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 129 kilometres north of Hannover. No trip is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
