Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney nine hours ahead of Riga.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RIX to SYD flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd love to check out another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between RIX and SYD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Currently, P30,112 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P69,876. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIX to SYD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to RIX:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Book a hotel near SYD if you have a late Riga International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its top attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are key reasons to visit.