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.
Terminaler
- Main Terminal: Integrated single-terminal layout divided into Schengen and non-Schengen departure and arrival concourses serving all scheduled passenger flights.
Ankomst
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.
Reise til byen
Buss
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.
- Tid:
- roughly 30–40 minutes
- Typisk pris:
- 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.
- Tid:
- roughly 15–25 minutes
- Typisk pris:
- typically €15.00–€25.00
Samkjøringstjenester
Bolt
Pick-up locations are designated in the short-term parking areas outside the terminal main entrance.
- Tid:
- roughly 15–25 minutes
- Typisk pris:
- typically €10.00–€20.00 depending on demand
Forbindelser og transfer
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 og tilkobling
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.
Penger, kort og tipsing
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.
Mat og drikke
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.
Lounger og hvile
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.
Flyplasshoteller
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.
Bagasje og toll
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.
Familie og tilgjengelighet
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.
Fasiliteter
- ATMs
- Currency Exchange
- Left Luggage
- Pharmacy
- Primeclass Lounge
- Tourist Information
- Car Rental Desks
Nødsituasjon og sikkerhet
Lokalt nødnummer: 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.
Før du reiser hjemmefra
- Sjekk passets gyldighet og eventuelt visum, ETA eller innreisedeklarasjon som kreves.
- Bekreft avgangsterminalen på boardingkortet ditt dagen før.
- Aktiver en reise-eSIM slik at du er online i det øyeblikket du lander.
- Last ned offline-kart og skjermdump hotelladressen din og bookingreferansen.
- Gi beskjed til banken din at du skal reise og ha med et reservebetalingskort.
- Lagre det lokale nødnummeret og ambassadekontakten din på telefonen.
- Fotografer passet ditt og lagre kopien et sted du kan nå offline.
- Sjekk bagasjegrenser og eventuelle restriksjoner for destinasjonen din.
Offisielle kilder
Flyplassdriften endres. Bekreft alltid terminaler, priser og rutetider med de offisielle kildene nedenfor før du reiser.
- https://www.riga-airport.com/Offisiell flyplasskilde
- https://www.rs.gov.lv/Offentlig kilde
- https://www.vid.gov.lv/Offentlig kilde
- https://www.rigassatiksme.lv/Offisiell kollektivkilde
- https://www.vugd.gov.lv/Offentlig kilde
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