Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): what you need to know
Rotterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rotterdam one hour behind Riga.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your RIX to RTM flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. These are the top stopovers between RIX and RTM:
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
R 2,298 is the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,329. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from RIX to RTM, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RIX to RTM.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 71.03% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RIX? If you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
If you're getting in on a late Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near RTM:
Grab a Rotterdam The Hague Airport rental car and discover Rotterdam and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Hertz and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Rotterdam The Hague Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to central Rotterdam
Rotterdam The Hague Airport to the centre of Rotterdam has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Rotterdam. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Riga International Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rotterdam, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to RTM in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've done Rotterdam, now it's time to explore other parts of Netherlands. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Amsterdam to check off its top sights. From Anne Frank House to Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
The Hague is another sought-after destination in Netherlands and is around 21 kilometres north-west of Rotterdam. No trip is complete without visiting Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.
