Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
Cork's timezone is UTC+0, making Cork two hours behind Riga.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RIX to ORK flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Cork Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between RIX and ORK:
Edinburgh Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Cork Airport (ORK)
At the moment, R 1,417 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Cork Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,896. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from RIX to ORK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Cork Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, 71.03% of flights complete their journey on time.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Cork Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
If you have a late Riga International Airport to Cork Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near ORK:
Pick up a Cork Airport rental car and explore Cork and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Cork Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
From Cork Airport, Cork is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Cork Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cork in February.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Cork Airport for July if you'd like to explore Cork during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIX to ORK sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ireland
You've seen Cork, now it's time to discover more of Ireland. Journey about 225 kilometres north-east to Dublin to check off its top sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Ireland, consider Tallaght, roughly 209 kilometres north-east of Cork. Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet are key highlights.
