Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
Nice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Nice one hour behind Riga.
You can choose from three weekly Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flights. The 07:20 departure with Air Baltic is the earliest flight available. Air Baltic operates the last service of the day at 15:45.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to NCE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Traveling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Nice (and then seeing more of France!) is a snap with Air Baltic. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Air Baltic on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers RIX to NCE flights is Air Baltic. Its services land without delay 71.43% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RIX and NCE include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is $78. A return ticket is currently $177. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RIX to NCE.
The cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RIX to NCE.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, data shows 71.03% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Consider staying in a hotel near NCE if you have a late Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and explore beyond Nice's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is roughly 5 miles from central Nice. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Nice in January.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport for August if you want to explore Nice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 63ºF and 86ºF.
February has average temperatures of between 32ºF and 57ºF. Search for cheap tickets from RIX to NCE around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've done Nice, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey around 100 miles west to Marseille to tick off its popular sights. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 190 miles north-west of Nice, Lyon is another favorite stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.