Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
To ensure you catch your RIX to VCE flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Air Baltic has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Venice — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Air Baltic on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RIX and VCE include:
Vienna International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
At the moment, ج.م. 2,332 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 6,768. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from RIX to VCE, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Landing cheap flights from RIX to VCE is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Reserve a hotel near VCE if you're on a late Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent to explore Venice and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport to central Venice has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Venice. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Riga International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Venice, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to VCE in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 241 kilometres west of Venice, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.