Traveling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Chania's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
Give yourself enough time to make your RIX to CHQ flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIX and CHQ include:
Sofia Airport
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
AED 341 is the best price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 722. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to CHQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from RIX to CHQ is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, data shows 71.03% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near RIX? If you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Explore without limits with a Chania International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and venture far and wide through Chania and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Chania International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport is approximately 14 kilometers from the center of Chania. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Chania based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chania, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to CHQ in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chania. Around 274 kilometers away to the north, its top attractions include Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Larisa is another favorite destination in Greece and is around 483 kilometers north of Chania. No trip is complete without experiencing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.