Flying from Hamburg to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Hamburg has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Hamburg to Riga International Airport (RIX) heading out from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
The average duration of a direct Hamburg to Riga International Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Riga International Airport (RIX) is the busiest route, with 6 direct services each week. Get from HAM to RIX on Air Baltic's 8:30am flight.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Hamburg to RIX. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can book a direct flight from Hamburg to Riga International Airport (RIX) out of Hamburg Airport (HAM).
When departing from HAM, you can catch a direct flight from Hamburg to Riga International Airport with Air Baltic.
Air Baltic is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from HAM to RIX.
Air Baltic is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.95% of its services reaching their destination on time.
HAM is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Riga International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg Airport, data shows 75.01% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
You can reach LBC from the centre of Hamburg in approximately 1 hour by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Hamburg to RIX flight? Kick back in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Riga International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Riga International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and discover more of Riga and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Hamburg to Riga International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Riga International Airport is ₹ 4,965. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 13,931. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Hamburg to RIX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap Hamburg to Riga International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Hamburg to Riga International Airport (RIX). Visit Riga in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Hamburg to RIX flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Riga International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Hamburg to Riga International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Riga.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Latvia you should also see. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Latvia, consider Ventspils, roughly 153 kilometres west of Riga. Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park are key reasons to visit.
