Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Riga.
You can choose from four weekly Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights. The 12:10 departure with Air Baltic is the earliest flight available. Air Baltic operates the last service of the day at 12:50.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RIX to LIS flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a breeze with Air Baltic. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air Baltic.
The most punctual carrier operating RIX to LIS flights is Air Baltic. Its services land as scheduled 70.59% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RIX and LIS:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is R 1,065. A return fare is currently R 2,169. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from RIX to LIS, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RIX to LIS.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're coming in on a late Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LIS:
Follow your own route with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and find adventure across Lisbon and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lisbon. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Porto to check off its must-visit sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Portugal, head for Amadora, about 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are among the biggest draws.