Zaventem to Riga (BRU–RIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BRU–RIX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. airBaltic leads the route. The flight covers 891 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 59 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT airBaltic Also: RO, SN, TP | 10 | 223 | 2h20 | – | – | RO, SN, TP |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riga from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→RIX | CRL→RIX | AMS→RIX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 30 mi | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 30 | 2 | 91 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 20m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · RIX: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 7:00 PM in Riga.
Both Belgium and Latvia are EU and Schengen member states. Belgian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Latvia without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
BRU–RIX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to RIX
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Riga International Airport (RIX) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic. With 30 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BRU to RIX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to RIX ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 891 miles (1,434 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 41 return, totaling 71 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
59 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BGO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Charleroi (CRL) and Amsterdam (AMS).