Riga International Airport (RIX) to Riga
City bus 22 runs from outside the terminal to the centre in about 30 minutes for under €2. A Bolt or taxi takes about 15–20 minutes and costs around €12–20.
Best for most people: Bus 22. It is cheap and frequent and stops near the Old Town and the central station.
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| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus Rīgas Satiksme bus 22 from the stop outside the terminal to the city centre (stops near the Old Town and the central station area) | about 25–35 min | every 10–20 min | about €1.50 with an e-ticket, a little more from the driver | about 05:30–24:00; check last departures | E-tickets are sold at machines and kiosks in the terminal; contactless cards may also be used on board. |
| taxi Taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 15–20 min | about €15–25 to the Old Town | 24 h | Check the tariff displayed on the window before getting in. | |
| ride-hailing Bolt and other apps, pick-up from the marked area | about 15–20 min | often about €10–18 | 24 h | Widely used in Riga and usually cheaper than the rank. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Validate your e-ticket on the reader as soon as you board the bus.
- Most of the Old Town is pedestrian, so taxis stop at the edge.
- The Rail Baltica link to the airport is under construction and not open yet.
- Prices of taxis vary by company; Bolt usually shows a fixed price before you book.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Riga Airport to the Old Town?
From the rank, expect about €15–25, depending on the company and the time. Bolt is usually cheaper, often about €10–18, with the price shown before you book. The ride takes about 15–20 minutes. Most of the Old Town is pedestrian, so the driver will stop at the nearest point.
Which bus goes from Riga Airport to the city centre?
Bus 22, run by Rīgas Satiksme, goes from outside the terminal to the city centre in about 25–35 minutes, every 10–20 minutes. Buy an e-ticket at the machines or kiosks in the terminal for the lowest fare and validate it when you board.
Does the airport bus run at night in Riga?
Bus 22 runs from early morning until around midnight; check last departures on arrival. After that, taxis and Bolt are available 24 hours. There is no airport train yet, as the Rail Baltica link is still under construction. Plan accordingly for late flights.
Can I pay by card on the Riga airport bus?
Ticket machines in the terminal accept cards, and contactless payment may be available on board some buses. Buying an e-ticket before boarding is the simplest way. Taxis and Bolt also accept cards, but check with a taxi driver before setting off.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.