Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Riga is one hour ahead of Frankfurt and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are 19 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, opt for the 09:50 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:30 with Lufthansa.
Your FRA to RIX flight won't wait if you're running 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.
Flying during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Riga (and then exploring more of Latvia!) is a snap with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport.
Lufthansa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 72.64% of services arriving as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering FRA to RIX flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FRA and RIX:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Prague Airport
Hamburg International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport flight is 89 €. A return ticket is currently 150 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FRA to RIX if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FRA to RIX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
When it comes to Frankfurt am Main Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt am Main Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to FRA:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider booking a hotel near RIX if you're catching a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's main sights.
Booking your vehicle 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 roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Riga. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to RIX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Latvia you should also see. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another favourite stop in Latvia. No visit is complete without checking out Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks.











