Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the most popular stopovers between BSL and RIX:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Stansted Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Latvia, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BSL to RIX.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport is AED 254. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 442. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from BSL to RIX if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flight tickets from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from BSL to RIX every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The journey from central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss takes around 28 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometers in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BSL? If you've booked an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near RIX:
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometers from central Riga. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
It takes around 49 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Riga. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Riga International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from BSL to RIX sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip right by finding a great place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from BSL to RIX, check out our accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Riga Central Market, Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga and Latvian National Opera are attractions you won't want to skip in Riga.
Complete your Riga trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Riga International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Riga.
