Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is six hours ahead of Riga, where Riga International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your RIX to Shanghai flight.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from RIX to Shanghai with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Riga, RIX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to RIX:
71.03% of flights that take off from Riga International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Shanghai flight is P27,697. The cheapest price for a return flight is P34,539. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RIX to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Riga International Airport to Shanghai is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and pick up an epic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RIX to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that aren't on a typical itinerary. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from RIX to Shanghai. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best deal.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
Following your RIX to Shanghai flight, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Line up the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and drive off without missing a beat.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Shanghai in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Riga International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RIX to Shanghai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are leading attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in China, head for Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key highlights.