Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX) heading out from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Riga is six hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Riga International Airport is located in Riga, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to RIX won't wait if you're running late, so show up 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 bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to RIX leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
58.65% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can reach SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to RIX flight:
67.97% of flights taking off from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near RIX and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, central Riga is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport is 269 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 552 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to RIX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX)
February is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport (RIX), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to RIX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Riga to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Riga
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Riga International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Riga:
Your Riga visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you can't miss include Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many places in Latvia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Latvia, consider Ventspils, about 153 kilometres west of Riga. Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park are among its highlights.
