Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
1 hour 18 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Warsaw is 1 hour behind Riga and operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 19 weekly flights from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. The 05:50 departure with LOT - Polish Airlines is the earliest flight out between RIX and WAW. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:10 if early starts aren't your thing.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Traveling to Warsaw (and then exploring more of Poland!) is straightforward with LOT - Polish Airlines. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between RIX and WAW:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
Vienna International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from RIX to WAW, check if you need a visa to enter Poland. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is C$69. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$199. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 8 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from RIX to WAW.
April is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
The journey from central Riga to Riga International Airport takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to RIX:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near WAW:
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
From Frederic Chopin Airport, Warsaw is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Warsaw. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Warsaw, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from RIX to WAW sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Warsaw
As soon as you've booked your flights from RIX to WAW, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Warsaw. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Palace of Culture and Science and Copernicus Science Centre are must-have experiences during your Warsaw visit.
For extra flexibility and choice when planning your journey, consider jetting into or out of Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). This international airport is another popular option for traveling to or from Warsaw.
Complete your Warsaw trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Frederic Chopin Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Warsaw trip.