Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Utapao Airport (UTP): what you need to know
The timezone in Rayong is UTC+7, which is five hours ahead of Riga.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to UTP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the RIX to UTP route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Utapao Airport (UTP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport flight is R 10,729. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 18,076. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to UTP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights departing from Riga International Airport reach their destination on 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.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near RIX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Utapao Airport (UTP)
Consider staying in a hotel near UTP if you're catching a late Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab an Utapao Airport rental car and explore Rayong and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drive Car Hire, Avis and Localrent are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Utapao Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Utapao Airport (UTP) to central Rayong
Utapao Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Rayong. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Utapao Airport (UTP)
March is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Rayong in April.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Utapao Airport for April if you want to visit Rayong during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RIX to UTP around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Rayong, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Travel about 145 kilometres north-west to Bangkok to tick off its top sights. From Grand Palace to Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 80 kilometres north-west of Rayong, Chon Buri is another essential stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
