Flying from Stockholm to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Stockholm to Riga International Airport (RIX) begins with finding the right airport to start your journey from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main terminals in Stockholm.
Book a direct Stockholm to Riga International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Riga is one hour ahead of Stockholm. Riga International Airport is located in Riga, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Riga International Airport (RIX), with 28 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from ARN to RIX is the 5:55am Ryanair option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 10:50pm with Air Baltic.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Stockholm to RIX.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You can take a direct flight from Stockholm to Riga International Airport (RIX) leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Stockholm to Riga International Airport departing from ARN. Book your ticket with one of these:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between ARN and RIX is Air Baltic.
Air Baltic is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Stockholm to Riga International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
73.1% of flights that take off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Stockholm to Riga International Airport. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is a popular option between Bromma Airport and RIX.
With public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Stockholm to RIX flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
57.41% of flights leaving Bromma Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
When booking your flight ticket from Stockholm to Riga International Airport (RIX) out of Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a detour to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
NYO is around 105 kilometres from central Stockholm. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Book a hotel near Stockholm Skavsta Airport and get to the terminal relaxed and ready for takeoff. If you have an early Stockholm to Riga International Airport flight, check in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before.
NYO has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80.46%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and reach your final stop as expected.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Riga International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Pick up a Riga International Airport rental car and discover Riga and beyond with your own wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Stockholm to Riga International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Central Riga is around 11 kilometres from Riga International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Riga International Airport (RIX)
At the moment, ₹ 1,542 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 3,186. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Stockholm to RIX by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Riga International Airport (RIX)
February is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to Riga International Airport (RIX), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Riga based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Stockholm to RIX flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Stockholm to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Stockholm to Riga International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market are essential stops on your Riga itinerary.
Explore more of Latvia
Daugavpils is just one of the many places in Latvia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Ventspils is another well-known destination in Latvia and is around 153 kilometres west of Riga. No trip is complete without seeing Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park.