Flying from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
5 hours 35 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport. Riga is 2 hours ahead of Madeira and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. 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.
Visiting Riga (and then exploring more of Latvia!) is straightforward with Air Baltic. This popular airline runs direct flights from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between FNC and RIX:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from FNC to RIX, check whether you need a visa to enter Latvia. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
89 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport. A return flight starts at 194 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from FNC to RIX by booking 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Use filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
To get to Madeira Airport from central Madeira, it takes around 41 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near FNC:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're on a late flight from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RIX:
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Riga. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Madeira Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you want to visit Riga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FNC to RIX around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Riga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Riga right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from FNC to RIX:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Riga Central Market, Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga and Latvian National Opera are attractions you won't want to skip in Riga.
Complete your Riga trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Riga International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Riga escape.
