Which airports can I use when flying from Cardiff to Riga?

Flights from Cardiff to Riga usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

Which airports do connecting flights from Cardiff to Riga pass through?

Most connecting flights from Cardiff to Riga pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cardiff to Riga?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Cardiff to Riga. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £180 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £358, a difference of £178. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff to Riga?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cardiff to Riga changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £162 to £794. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Riga?

Riga is 2 hours ahead of Cardiff (Eastern European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?

Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £22 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL • CarWiz • Alamo • Thrifty

How much is a return flight from Cardiff to Riga?

Return flights from Cardiff to Riga typically range from £180 to £357. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £162 on Ryanair.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cardiff to Riga?

Ryanair (£162) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cardiff to Riga in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cardiff to Riga?

Flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £350. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cardiff to Riga, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) had the shortest average connection time for Cardiff to Riga stopovers at 4h 25m over the past 3 months.

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Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

13:25 - 23:00CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

7h 35m1 stop Dublin

23:25 - 15:40RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

18h 15m1 stop Dublin

£162Ryanair

Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec

09:05 - 19:15CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

32h 10m2 stops Alicante Bergamo Orio Al Serio

23:25 - 08:10RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

10h 45m1 stop Dublin

£173Ryanair

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

17:30 - 20:10CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

24h 40m2 stops Alicante Kastrup Copenhagen

06:15 - 13:00RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

8h 45m2 stops Manchester Dublin

£187Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

13:25 - 23:00CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

7h 35m1 stop Dublin

20:40 - 15:40RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

21h 00m2 stops London Stansted Dublin

£191Ryanair

Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

14:25 - 23:00CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

6h 35m1 stop Dublin

06:15 - 13:00RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

8h 45m2 stops Manchester Dublin

£192Ryanair

Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec

09:05 - 09:50CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

22h 45m3 stops Alicante Amsterdam Schiphol Stockholm Arlanda

23:25 - 08:10RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

10h 45m1 stop Dublin

£213Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec

07:00 - 20:50CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

11h 50m1 stop Malaga

23:25 - 08:10RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

10h 45m1 stop Dublin

£217Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec

07:55 - 23:45CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

13h 50m2 stops Alicante Rome Fiumicino

08:00 - 21:40RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

15h 40m1 stop Dublin

£222Multiple Airlines

Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

09:05 - 21:35CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

10h 30m2 stops Alicante London Stansted

06:15 - 13:00RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

8h 45m2 stops Manchester Dublin

£238Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec

07:55 - 23:45CWL Cardiff Wales-RIX Riga Intl

13h 50m2 stops Alicante Rome Fiumicino

12:20 - 21:40RIX Riga Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

11h 20m2 stops Nottingham East Midlands Dublin

£243Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Cardiff to Riga? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cardiff to Riga departing in December.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff to Riga?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Cardiff to Riga changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £162 to £794. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?
Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £22 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• CarWiz
• Alamo
• Thrifty
Which airports can I use when flying from Cardiff to Riga?
Flights from Cardiff to Riga usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cardiff to Riga pass through?
Most connecting flights from Cardiff to Riga pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cardiff to Riga?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Cardiff to Riga. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £180 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £358, a difference of £178.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Cardiff and Riga?
Riga is 2 hours ahead of Cardiff (Eastern European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average £180, about £178 less than Friday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Riga Intl Airport.

• Hampton by Hilton Riga Airport
• Sky High Hotel
• Airport Hotel Mara

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