Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi's timezone is UTC+7, making Hanoi five hours ahead of Riga.
To ensure you get on your RIX to HAN flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between RIX and HAN:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
R 6,932 is the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 16,238. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIX to HAN, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RIX to HAN.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the departures from Riga International Airport, 71.03% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Reserve a hotel near HAN if you have a late Riga International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Noi Bai International Airport rental car and discover parts of Hanoi that aren't in every guidebook. You can book your wheels with Dichung Car Hire.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Noi Bai International Airport several weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Hanoi. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Hanoi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport for June if you want to explore Hanoi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RIX to HAN sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've seen Hanoi, now it's time to explore more of Vietnam. Journey about 48 kilometres north-west to Việt Trì to check off its leading sights. From Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ to Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major destination in Vietnam, consider Móng Cái, about 225 kilometres east of Hanoi. Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach are among its highlights.