Riga · Latvia
Riga International Airport (RIX)
Riga International Airport (RIX) is situated approximately 10 kilometres west of Riga city centre. The airport operates from a single integrated passenger terminal building serving both Schengen and non-Schengen destinations. It is the primary aviation hub for Latvia and the central Baltic region.
Terminaux
- Main Terminal: Integrated single-terminal layout divided into Schengen and non-Schengen departure and arrival concourses serving all scheduled passenger flights.
Arrivée
Arrivals proceed through a single terminal footprint with clearly signposted corridors leading towards passport control, baggage reclaim, and the main exit.
- Disembark via jetbridge or airfield bus directly into the arrivals concourse.
- Passengers arriving from non-Schengen flights pass through immigration control managed by the State Border Guard.
- Follow signs downstairs to the baggage reclaim area on the ground level.
- Clear customs via the Green Channel if you have nothing to declare, or the Red Channel if carrying goods over duty-free limits.
- Exit into the public arrivals hall on the ground level for ground transport, information desks, and car rental counters.
Se rendre en ville
Bus
Rīgas Satiksme
Departs from the bus stop located directly outside the arrivals hall behind the parking area, running frequently to Riga city centre and Central Railway Station.
- Durée:
- roughly 30–40 minutes
- Coût indicatif:
- typically €1.80 for a single ticket
Taxi
Authorised Airport Taxis (e.g., Baltic Taxi, Red Cab)
Official taxi ranks are located immediately outside the arrivals hall on the ground level.
- Durée:
- roughly 15–25 minutes
- Coût indicatif:
- typically €15.00–€25.00
VTC
Bolt
Pick-up locations are designated in the short-term parking areas outside the terminal main entrance.
- Durée:
- roughly 15–25 minutes
- Coût indicatif:
- typically €10.00–€20.00 depending on demand
Correspondances & transferts
Transferring between flights within the single terminal building is efficient, provided Schengen status requirements are met.
- Schengen-to-Schengen transfers do not require passing through passport control or security re-screening.
- Non-Schengen transfer passengers must clear passport control and security screening before proceeding to their departure gate.
- Flight information screens in the central concourse display updated gate assignments and walking times.
Wi-Fi & connectivité
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available across all passenger areas of the airport.
- Select the network name 'RIX-Free-WiFi' on your device.
- Accept the standard terms and conditions on the portal page to connect.
- Charging stations and electrical sockets are situated throughout the gate seating areas.
Argent, cartes & pourboires
Latvia uses the Euro (€). Payment cards are accepted for virtually all transactions.
- ATMs from major commercial banks are located in both landside and airside areas.
- Currency exchange desks operate in the public arrivals hall and airside departure concourses.
- Contactless bank cards and mobile payments are accepted on public buses and in local taxis.
Restauration
Food and beverage outlets are present both before and after security screening.
- Landside facilities include coffee shops and convenience stores in the arrivals area.
- Airside options feature quick-service cafes, bars, and sit-down dining outlets.
- Opening hours generally correspond with scheduled flight departures and arrivals.
Salons & repos
The airport operates a dedicated passenger lounge facility airside.
- The Primeclass Lounge is located in the airside departures zone.
- Access is open to eligible premium class passengers, loyalty cardholders, or via pay-per-use entry fees.
- Services include buffet dining, beverages, shower facilities, and quiet work spaces.
Hôtels d'aéroport
Accommodation options are located within walking distance or a short drive of the terminal.
- The Sky High Hotel is situated within short walking distance of the terminal complex.
- Several international brand hotels operate within 5 to 10 minutes of the airport by taxi or bus.
- Hotel information and booking assistance are available at the tourist information counter in arrivals.
Bagages & douane
Baggage reclaim and luggage handling services are consolidated on the ground floor.
- Baggage carousels are located in the secure arrivals hall after border control.
- A left-luggage storage office operates in the public arrivals sector.
- Lost or damaged luggage claims must be registered at the airline handling agent counters in the reclaim hall.
Famille & accessibilité
Basic family amenities are distributed across the primary passenger terminal.
- Dedicated baby care facilities with changing tables are available near major toilet blocks.
- A children's play area is located in the airside departure zone.
- Pushchairs are available free of charge for use within the airside transit area.
Installations
- ATMs
- Currency Exchange
- Left Luggage
- Pharmacy
- Primeclass Lounge
- Tourist Information
- Car Rental Desks
Urgence & sécurité
Numéro d'urgence local: 112
- Dial 112 for general emergency services, including medical assistance, police, or fire response.
- First aid and airport medical personnel can be summoned by contacting any airport staff member.
- For passport loss or border issues, contact the State Border Guard office inside the airport.
Avant de partir
- Vérifiez la validité de votre passeport et tout visa, ETA ou déclaration d'entrée requis.
- Confirmez votre terminal de départ sur votre carte d'embarquement la veille.
- Activez une eSIM de voyage pour être en ligne dès votre atterrissage.
- Téléchargez des cartes hors ligne et faites une capture d'écran de l'adresse de votre hôtel et de votre référence de réservation.
- Informez votre banque de votre voyage et ayez une carte de paiement de secours.
- Enregistrez le numéro d'urgence local et les contacts de votre ambassade sur votre téléphone.
- Photographiez votre passeport et stockez la copie dans un endroit accessible hors ligne.
- Vérifiez la franchise de bagages et les articles restreints pour votre destination.
Sources officielles
Les opérations aéroportuaires changent. Confirmez toujours les terminaux, tarifs et horaires avec les sources officielles ci-dessous avant de voyager.
- https://www.riga-airport.com/Source aéroportuaire officielle
- https://www.rs.gov.lv/Source gouvernementale
- https://www.vid.gov.lv/Source gouvernementale
- https://www.rigassatiksme.lv/Source de transport officielle
- https://www.vugd.gov.lv/Source gouvernementale
Guide mis à jour le 19 septembre 2026
Les informations sur l'aéroport peuvent changer. Vérifiez les attributions de terminaux, les horaires, les tarifs, les conditions d'entrée et les heures d'ouverture auprès du fournisseur officiel avant de voyager.
Atterrissez connecté
Le Wi-Fi de l'aéroport est lent, limité dans le temps et peu privé. Une eSIM de voyage s'active avant votre vol, ainsi les cartes, les applications VTC et vos e-mails de réservation fonctionnent dès que vous désactivez le mode avion.
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