Riga to Barcelona (RIX–BCN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RIX–BCN 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, 51 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
Other ways to reach Barcelona from Riga
| Metric | RIX→BCN | VNO→BCN | TLL→BCN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RIX | – | 166 mi | 175 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 12 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 40m | 3h 35m | 4h |
Travel Essentials
RIX: EET · BCN: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Riga, it's 5:00 PM in Barcelona.
Aerobus coaches depart T1 and T2 every 5 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya (35 min, €6.75). Running from 5:00am to 1:00am, they serve the widest range of city-centre destinations. RENFE R2 Nord commuter trains serve T2 only (T1 requires a free inter-terminal bus); trains to Sants take 19 minutes (€4.60).Taxis use a fixed rate: €39 to the city centre (all zones, flat rate). Ride-shares vary. Car rental desks are in T1 arrivals. T1 and T2 are separate buildings; confirm your terminal before booking transport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–32°C) with low humidity and rare disruptions. July and August are peak travel season with reliable flying weather. Winters are mild (8–15°C) with occasional rain, rarely cold enough for frost or snow.
Spring and fall bring the highest rainfall risk. October can see heavy downpours. Sea fog in early morning occasionally reduces visibility at the airport but clears quickly.
RIX–BCN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RIX to BCN
Riga International Airport (RIX) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic and Ryanair. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RIX to BCN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RIX to BCN 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
51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via SZG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Vilnius (VNO) and Tallinn (TLL).