Flying from Krakow Airport (KRK) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport.
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Riga one hour ahead of Krakow.
Flights from KRK to RIX start from 07:25 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 21:35 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your KRK to RIX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Riga (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Latvia!). Check out the direct flights from Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair stands out as the most punctual carrier for KRK to RIX flights, with 80.65% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KRK and RIX:
Munich Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Krakow Airport (KRK) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport flight is 22 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 43 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from KRK to RIX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Krakow Airport (KRK)
When it comes to Krakow Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Krakow Airport from central Krakow, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near KRK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Reserve a hotel close to RIX if you have a late Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz to explore Riga and beyond.
Booking your ride from Riga International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Krakow Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KRK to RIX sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to explore more of Latvia. Journey around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to check off its leading sights. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
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.