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How to get from Riga Airport (RIX) ✈️ to the City Center
Riga Airport (RIX), also known as Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga, is the largest airport in the Baltic region and is located about 13 km southwest of the main city center. Upon arrival, you can reach downtown Riga by Public bus, Taxi or Welcome Pickups (Private Airport Transfer).
This guide compares all available airport transfers at Riga Airport (RIX) according to classic travel factors. This includes travel time, cost per person (pp), a short route description and links to book or buy tickets.
Transfer comparison
Overview of all transfer options from Riga Airport to the City Center (Central Station & Old Town)
| Transport | Travel time | Cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Public bus | 30 Min. | 1,50 € | Details |
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Taxi | 20 Min. | 20‑25 € | Details |
 |
Welcome Pickups |
20 Min. | 27 € | Details |
Notices:
• There may be waiting times at the taxi rank if there are high volume of passengers. In this case, a pre-booked private transfer (e.g. via Welcome Pickups) is the more faster and comfortable option.
• The optimal transfer depends on the number of travelers, budget and available time.
Riga Travel Tips (AD)
Travel tips and recommendations for a great stay in Riga:
Infos here, tickets on-site ↗
Travel time:
30 minutesCost:
1,50 €Description:
Public bus line ’22’ from Riga Airport (bus stop “Lidosta Rīga” in front of the terminal building) to the bus stop “Autoosta” in the city center, right next to the main railway station and the Old Town
Official local Taxis
Travel time:
20 minutesCost:
20-25 €Description:
Taxi from Riga Airport (Taxi rank in front of the terminal building) to central Riga, Old Town or directly to your accommodation in the city center