Flying from Brussels to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Brussels is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Riga International Airport (RIX) departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Brussels to Riga International Airport flight.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Brussels.
Take your pick of 10 direct services every week between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Riga International Airport (RIX). This is the most popular route, with Air Baltic offering a 9:40am departure from BRU to RIX.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to RIX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Brussels to Riga International Airport (RIX) departing from Brussels Airport (BRU).
When departing from BRU, you can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Riga International Airport with Air Baltic.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BRU and RIX is airBaltic.
AirBaltic ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 81.4% of services landing on schedule.
BRU is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Riga International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
75% of flights leaving from Brussels Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can book a direct Brussels to Riga International Airport (RIX) plane ticket with departures from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). Check if flying out of CRL makes more sense for your journey.
Catch your direct flight from Brussels to RIX with Ryanair. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of CRL.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for passengers flying from CRL to RIX.
Go with Ryanair if you prioritize punctuality. Its flights between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Riga International Airport touch down as scheduled 87.1% of the time.
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Brussels to RIX flight, stay in one of these hotels near Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Book a hotel close to RIX if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Riga International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Brussels to Riga International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Central Riga is around 10 kilometres from Riga International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Right now, $39 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $87. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Brussels to RIX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Riga International Airport (RIX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Riga International Airport (RIX). Plan your visit to Riga in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Brussels to RIX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Brussels to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Riga International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riga:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Riga Central Market and Latvian National Opera are attractions you won't want to skip in Riga.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to explore other parts of Latvia. Journey about 193 kilometres southeast to Daugavpils to tick off its top sights. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Riga, Ventspils is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ventspils Beach, Ventspils pludmale and Ventspils Water Park.