Travelling from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport.
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga one hour ahead of Brussels.
Take your pick of ten weekly Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport flights. The 09:40 departure with Air Baltic is the earliest available. Air Baltic operates the last service of the day at 19:25.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BRU to RIX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
AirBaltic is your ticket to exploring Riga (and perhaps some other great corners of Latvia!). Check out the direct flights from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is airBaltic.
AirBaltic is the most punctual carrier that operates BRU to RIX flights. A reliable 81.4% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BRU and RIX include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
73 € is currently the best price for a one-way Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Return flights start from 148 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from BRU to RIX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Of all flights leaving Brussels International Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
Brussels International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BRU:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Riga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and chase adventure across Riga and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Riga International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Riga. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Riga in February.
Lock in your flight from Brussels International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you want to visit Riga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BRU to RIX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Latvia just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another favourite stop in Latvia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks.