Flying from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Gothenburg.
Every week, there are four Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GOT to RIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can fly nonstop to Riga, Latvia. Take off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport:
Norwegian Air Sweden is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers GOT to RIX flights is Ryanair. Its services land as planned 70.0% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GOT and RIX:
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport flight is 31 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 59 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from GOT to RIX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
83% of flights departing from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from GOT.
Gothenburg Landvetter Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Gothenburg. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to GOT:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider booking a hotel close to RIX if you're on a late Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz to explore Riga and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Riga International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Riga. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Riga International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GOT to RIX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
You've done Riga, now it's time to explore more of Latvia. Journey around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to check off its top attractions. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Jelgava is another well-known destination in Latvia and is around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. No journey is complete without dropping by Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks.