Travelling from Houston to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Houston. Riga International Airport is located in Riga.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Houston to RIX.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to RIX. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
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Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 50 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Houston to RIX flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Book a hotel near RIX if you have a late flight from Houston to Riga International Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Riga. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Riga International Airport is 306 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 673 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to RIX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Houston to Riga International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Houston to Riga International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Houston to Riga International Airport (RIX)
January is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Riga International Airport (RIX), while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Riga based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Houston to RIX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Riga International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Riga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Riga right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Houston to Riga International Airport:
Old City Riga (Vecriga) and Riga Central Market are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Riga travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Latvian National Opera.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many cities in Latvia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 153 kilometres west of Riga, Ventspils is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ventspils Beach, Ventspils pludmale and Ventspils Water Park.
