Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Rome and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour behind Riga, where Riga International Airport is located.
Riga International Airport (RIX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most traveled route, with 8 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from RIX to FCO is with airBaltic at 15:45. Opt for the first departure operated by airBaltic at 10:30 if you want to get going early.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from RIX to Rome.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll disembark.
Book your seat with airBaltic. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Rome.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from RIX to Rome. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK)
Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
If you hold a passport from Latvia and are travelling to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Riga International Airport to Rome.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Riga, RIX can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Riga International Airport to Rome? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near RIX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Rome is $48. The cheapest price for a return flight is $144. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from RIX to Rome, book your journey 6 months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to Rome. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 51 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from Riga International Airport to Rome. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is located around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Riga International Airport to Rome has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 42 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 39 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from RIX to Rome at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Riga International Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Rome, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Rome for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from RIX to Rome in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Rome right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Rome itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
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