Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
Riga and Varna share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RIX to VAR flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Varna Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RIX and VAR include:
Cologne Bonn Airport
Hamburg Airport
Bourgas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Varna Airport (VAR)
Currently, R 1,417 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Varna Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,307. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to VAR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Varna Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RIX to VAR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Varna Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the departures from Riga International Airport, 71.03% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Varna Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riga International Airport to Varna Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VAR instead:
Grab a Varna Airport rental car and explore Varna and beyond with your own set of wheels. EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car and Goldcar are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Varna Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport to central Varna has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Varna Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Varna based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Varna Airport for August if you'd like to explore Varna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to VAR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Varna has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you'll want to see. About 386 kilometres west of Varna, a visit to Sofia will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Varna, Plovdiv is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
