Flying from Jakarta to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Riga International Airport (RIX) out of here.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is five hours behind Jakarta.
Your flight from Jakarta to RIX won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Jakarta to RIX even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an option when flying out of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta, CGK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
HLP is around 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport the day before your Jakarta to RIX flight:
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jakarta to Riga International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Jakarta to Riga International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Riga International Airport (RIX)
370 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Riga International Airport. Return flights start at 958 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Jakarta to RIX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Cheap Jakarta to Riga International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Riga. July is when most people book flights from Jakarta to Riga International Airport (RIX), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Jakarta to RIX plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Riga International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Riga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Riga right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Riga International Airport:
Old City Riga (Vecriga) and Picturesque Rīga are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Riga to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Riga Central Market.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Latvia just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 153 kilometres west of Riga, Ventspils is another favourite stop in Latvia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park.
