Madrid to Riga (MAD–RIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MAD–RIX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. airBaltic and Iberia lead the route. The flight covers 1,672 miles in approximately 4h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT airBaltic | 4 | 223 | 4h34 | – | – | – |
| IB Iberia | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riga from Madrid
| Metric | MAD→RIX | VLC→RIX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAD | – | 178 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 34m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · RIX: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, 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.
Metro Line 8 runs from Nuevos Ministerios (central Madrid) to T1/T2/T3 in 12–15 minutes (€6, including the airport supplement). T4 requires an additional free shuttle from T2; add 10 minutes. The Cercanías commuter train (Line C-1) reaches T4 from Atocha station in 25 minutes (€2.60, no supplement).Taxis have a fixed fare of €30 from central Madrid zones. The ride is typically 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Avenida de América bus hub serves several airport bus routes (€5).
MAD–RIX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to RIX
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and Riga International Airport (RIX) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic and Iberia. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAD to RIX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to RIX is about 4 hours 34 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,672 miles (2,691 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Copenhagen Kastrup, Düsseldorf and Zürich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valencia (VLC).