Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Venice: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Venice is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour behind Riga, where Riga International Airport is located.
With 2 flights a week between the two airports, Riga International Airport (RIX) to Treviso Airport (TSF) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 13:20. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from RIX to TSF is with Ryanair at 18:55.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from RIX to Venice.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Venice that arrives at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
Ryanair is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Venice.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from RIX to Venice that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
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 most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Riga International Airport to Venice.
RIX is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 49 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near RIX. Whether you have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Venice or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Venice
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Venice is $28. The cheapest price for a return flight is $86. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from RIX to Venice by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to Venice. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding a cheap ticket from RIX to Venice is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Venice, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Venice. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 46 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Riga International Airport to Venice, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near VCE:
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Treviso Airport (TSF) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Venice. Once you've disembarked your flight from Riga International Airport to Venice, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 13 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TSF. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from RIX to Venice:
Best time to go to Venice
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Venice. July is the busiest month to travel to Venice. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Venice for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from RIX to Venice in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Venice
Start your Venice trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Venice, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. St. Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are top attractions which should be on every Venice itinerary.
Complete your Venice trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Riga International Airport to Venice isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Venice and explore the city on your own terms. We find deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.