Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Abu Dhabi is two hours ahead of Riga and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your RIX to AUH flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RIX and AUH:
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Right now, 76 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 276 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RIX to AUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RIX to AUH.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that leave from Riga International Airport land at their destination on time.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're coming in on a late Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's main sights.
Reserve your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Abu Dhabi. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to AUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another favourite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No journey is complete without visiting Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
