Barcelona to Riga (BCN–RIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BCN–RIX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. airBaltic and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 1,452 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT airBaltic | 7 | 223 | 3h40 | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 3 | 73H | 3h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BCN: CET · RIX: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona, it's 7:00 PM in Riga.
Spanish passport holders enter Latvia with no border checks. Both countries are EU and Schengen members. A valid Spanish national ID card or passport is your only requirement. No visa or advance paperwork is needed for any length of stay.
For stays longer than 90 days, register at the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (PMLP) for an EU citizen registration certificate. Bring your passport or ID, a completed application form, proof of address in Latvia, and evidence of employment, study, or sufficient funds. The registration is free for EU citizens and takes a few business days. EU citizens can live and work in Latvia without a work permit. Latvia uses the euro since 2014.
Aerobus express coaches run every 5 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya to both T1 and T2 (35 min, €6.75 one-way / €11.60 return). Departures from 5:00am to 1:00am.
RENFE R2 Nord train connects Passeig de Gràcia and Sants station to the airport (20 min from Sants, €4.60). Taxis from the city centre are metered and typically cost €25–35. Ride-shares (Uber, Cabify) are available and cost similarly.
BCN–RIX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BCN to RIX
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and Riga International Airport (RIX) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic and Ryanair. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BCN to RIX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BCN to RIX ranges from 3 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,452 miles (2,337 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via CTA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.