Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RIX to SSH flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Getting to Sharm El Sheikh (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a breeze with airBaltic. This popular airline offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with airBaltic on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers RIX to SSH flights is airBaltic. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.27% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIX and SSH include:
Istanbul Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Currently, AED 337 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 768. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from RIX to SSH, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RIX to SSH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 10 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RIX? If you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to the center of Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
Getting to the center by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
April is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sharm El Sheikh in March.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Journey around 386 kilometers north-west to Cairo to tick off its popular sights. From Gizeh Plateau to TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Egypt, head for Giza, about 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are the start of reasons to visit.