Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Krakow Airport (KRK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Krakow's timezone is UTC+1, making Krakow one hour behind Riga.
Every week, there are three Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, take the 06:15 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:55 with Ryanair.
To ensure you catch your RIX to KRK flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Krakow (and then discovering more of Poland!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With a reliable 81.25% of services landing on schedule, Ryanair has the best on-time performance for RIX to KRK flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RIX and KRK include:
Copenhagen Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Krakow Airport (KRK)
ج.م. 956 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 2,307. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from RIX to KRK by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RIX to KRK.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the flights that depart from Riga International Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Riga International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near RIX? If you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Krakow Airport (KRK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KRK if you're catching a late Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Krakow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Wheego or kaizen rent and explore beyond Krakow's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Krakow Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Krakow Airport (KRK) to central Krakow
Krakow Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Krakow. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Krakow Airport (KRK)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Krakow based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Krakow Airport for August if you'd like to explore Krakow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to KRK in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC and 4ºC then.
Explore more of Poland
You've visited Krakow, now it's time to discover more of Poland. Travel about 257 kilometres north to Warsaw to check off its must-visit sights. From The Royal Castle in Warsaw to Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Lodz is another favourite destination in Poland and is around 193 kilometres north of Krakow. No trip is complete without dropping by Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.
