Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is one hour behind Riga, where Riga International Airport is located.
Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the most traveled route, with nine flights a week to pick from. You can travel from RIX to BRU at 07:00 with Air Baltic.
To avoid missing your RIX to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Riga International Airport to Brussels tickets are available for booking. Brussels Airport (BRU) is where you'll arrive.
Air Baltic is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from RIX to Brussels, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
RIX is around 10 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to RIX:
Of all flights leaving Riga International Airport, 71.03% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels
The best price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Brussels flight is ₹ 2,360. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 5,043. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from RIX to Brussels. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Riga International Airport to Brussels across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from RIX to Brussels.
Find an affordable flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Brussels and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from RIX to Brussels can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Following your flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CRL. Unwind and get cosy after your RIX to Brussels flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CRL can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Riga International Airport to Brussels flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RIX to Brussels around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Atomium and Grand Place are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Brussels itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Belgium just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a trip to Ostend will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Around 113 kilometres east of Brussels, Verviers is another favourite stop in Belgium. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
