Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Skopje is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your RIX to SKP flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Air Baltic has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Skopje — and maybe even more of North Macedonia if you have time.
Air Baltic is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between RIX and SKP include:
Vienna International Airport
Hamburg Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight is R 829. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 1,677. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from RIX to SKP by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from RIX to SKP.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport.
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.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near RIX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
If you have a late Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near SKP:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Skopje International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Skopje and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Skopje International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Skopje. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Skopje. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Skopje is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Skopje International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to SKP in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of North Macedonia
Bitola is just one of the many cities in North Macedonia waiting to be explored once you've seen Skopje. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir, Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola.
Kumanovo is another sought-after destination in North Macedonia and is around 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje. No journey is complete without visiting MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.
