Traveling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Nice Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
Each week, there are four Riga International Airport to Nice Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, take the 07:10 Air Baltic flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 15:50 with Air Baltic.
To ensure you catch your RIX to NCE flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Traveling to Nice (and then discovering more of France!) is easy with airBaltic. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport.
AirBaltic has the highest passenger demand on this route.
AirBaltic is the most punctual carrier operating RIX to NCE flights. An impressive 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between RIX and NCE:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of all flights departing from Riga International Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 miles from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RIX:
Arriving at Nice Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riga International Airport to Nice Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nice Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nice and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Nice Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Nice Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Nice Airport is roughly 4 miles from central Nice. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Nice Airport (NCE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Nice. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Nice Airport for August if you'd like to explore Nice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 63ºF and 82ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to NCE in January. Average temperatures are between 36ºF and 54ºF then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Nice, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey about 190 miles north-west to Lyon to tick off its leading sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 100 miles west of Nice, Marseille is another favorite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
