Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
Flights from RIX to BRU start from 07:20 — the first with Air Baltic. The last service of the day is at 17:00 with Air Baltic. In total, you can choose from 36 weekly Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your RIX to BRU flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air Baltic is your gateway to exploring Brussels (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Belgium!). Browse the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Baltic.
The most punctual carrier operating RIX to BRU flights is Air Baltic. Its services arrive as scheduled 72.73% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between RIX and BRU include:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
Currently, ₹ 7,767 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 13,490. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from RIX to BRU, reserve your trip five months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Landing cheap flights from RIX to BRU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that take off from Riga International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Riga International Airport from central Riga, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport to the centre of Brussels has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Brussels in January.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to BRU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Brussels, now it's time to explore other corners of Belgium. Travel around 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to tick off its leading attractions. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Belgium, head for Liege, about 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are the start of reasons to visit.
