Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Gothenburg's timezone is UTC+1, making Gothenburg one hour behind Riga.
Flights from RIX to GOT start from 07:00 — the first with Air Baltic. The latest departure is at 22:00 with Ryanair. Overall, you can choose from 15 weekly Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your RIX to GOT flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Air Baltic is your ticket to exploring Gothenburg (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Sweden!). Browse the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport offered by this popular airline.
Air Baltic has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 70.0% of its services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating RIX to GOT flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RIX and GOT include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport flight is 54 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 123 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from RIX to GOT, book your trip five months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RIX to GOT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of all flights departing from Riga International Airport, 71.03% arrive on time at their destination.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Book a hotel near GOT if you're catching a late Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Goteborg Landvetter Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Alamo and experience more of Gothenburg and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Goteborg Landvetter Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to central Gothenburg
Goteborg Landvetter Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Gothenburg. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Gothenburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Goteborg Landvetter Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Gothenburg, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RIX to GOT sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm is just one of the many places in Sweden waiting to be explored after you've seen Gothenburg. Around 402 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden.
If you want to check out another major stop in Sweden, consider Uppsala, about 402 kilometres north-east of Gothenburg. Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala are key highlights.