Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga eight hours ahead of Edmonton.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YEG to RIX flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Currently, R 8,225 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,132. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from YEG to RIX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Riga International Airport.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edmonton International Airport to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
69.55% of flights taking off from Edmonton International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Edmonton International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to YEG:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're coming in on a late Edmonton International Airport to Riga International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near RIX:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Riga International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Riga. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Riga International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Riga. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Riga International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riga, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YEG to RIX around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many cities in Latvia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Start your sightseeing at Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.
