Traveling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
3 hours 40 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport. Riga is 1 hour ahead of Barcelona and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are 17 flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport. The first flight from BCN to RIX is at 05:45 and the last is at 20:45.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Baltic runs direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to check out the sights in Riga — plus maybe even more of Latvia if your schedule allows.
To break up your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the BCN - RIX route are:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Before organizing your cheap ticket from BCN to RIX, check whether you need a visa to enter Latvia. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
C$81 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport. Return flights start from C$167. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from BCN to RIX.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes about 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near BCN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Riga in February.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap flight tickets from BCN to RIX in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Riga
Once you've booked your flights from BCN to RIX, you'll need to find a hotel in Riga. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Riga Central Market and Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Riga travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Latvian National Opera.
Complete your Riga trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Riga International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Riga stay.