Riga Airport (RIX) is about 10 km from the city centre, roughly 20 minutes by car outside rush hour. There are four realistic ways to reach the centre and the Old Town: bus 22, a licensed taxi, Bolt or a pre-booked private transfer. The right one depends on your budget, your luggage and the time you land.
Riga Airport to the centre at a glance
| Option | Time to centre | Price | Where to find it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus 22 | About 30 min | €1.50 with an advance ticket; €1.81 from the driver (bank card only) | Car park P1, between arrival exits E and C |
| Bolt | About 20 min | Shown in the app before you book | Marked pick-up area in car park P1 |
| Licensed taxi | About 20 min | Tariff on the car door, or a €33.50 fixed voucher | Taxi rank outside the arrival halls |
| Private transfer (Nordrive) | About 20 min | From €45 per car, fixed in advance | Booked before you fly |
Bus 22: the cheapest way in
Bus 22 is the only public transport link between the airport and the city, and no train serves the airport. The stop is at the short-term car park P1, between arrival exits E and C, with buses every 10 to 30 minutes depending on the time of day.
- A 90-minute ticket costs €1.50. Buy it in the Rīgas satiksme or Mobilly app, at the ticket machine at the stop or at Narvesen shops (by the Arrival hall E exit and in the second-floor check-in hall).
- A single ticket from the driver costs €1.81 and only bank cards are accepted, no cash.
- Day passes: 24 hours €5, 3 days €8, 5 days €10. Validate your ticket every time you board.
In the city the bus stops at Nacionālā bibliotēka (National Library and Radisson Blu Daugava), 11. novembra krastmala (the riverside edge of the Old Town), Autoosta (the Central Bus Station and Central Railway Station), Centrāltirgus (Central Market) and Abrenes iela. The night bus N22, launched on 18 April 2026, runs hourly, from the airport about 00:30 to 04:30 and from the centre 00:00 to 04:00.
Licensed taxi
Licensed airport taxi brands are XTaxi, TaxiLV and Red Cab, waiting at the rank just outside the arrival halls with the tariff displayed on the car door. You can also buy a €33.50 fixed-price voucher at the Visitor Centre in Arrival hall E. It covers one trip with no stops for up to four passengers with luggage to most hotels in central Riga. Unlicensed taxis set their own rates with no upper limit, so always agree the fare before you get in.
Bolt
Bolt shows the price in the app before you book. Pick-up is at a marked area in car park P1. If you do not have the app, you can order and pay by card at the Bolt self-service screens at arrival exits E and C. Prices follow demand, so the same ride can cost more at busy times.
Private transfer
A private transfer is best for late landings, children, heavy luggage or a business trip that needs a VAT invoice. The price is fixed per vehicle when you book, whatever the traffic, and you add your flight number so the driver tracks your landing. The driver waits up to 60 minutes after landing at no extra charge, and private flights at FBO Riga are covered.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Airport to city centre |
|---|---|---|
| Standard car (Volvo V60 / Mercedes-Benz E-Class) | 3 | €45 |
| Standard van (Opel Zafira Life) | 7 | €50 |
| Premium van (Mercedes-Benz V-Class) | 6 | €65 |
| Premium car (Mercedes-Benz S400 AMG Line) | 3 | €95 |
| Large van (Mercedes-Benz Sprinter) | 19 | €145 |
Prices are per vehicle, one way. Riga Airport to Majori in Jūrmala is the same price, about 20 km and 21 minutes. The S-Class needs 1 day's notice and the Sprinter 3 days.
Which option should you choose?
- Budget and light luggage: bus 22.
- Landing after midnight: the N22 night bus, Bolt or a licensed taxi, or a pre-booked transfer for a fixed price.
- A family or group with luggage: one van instead of two taxis.
- A business trip that needs a VAT invoice: a pre-booked private transfer.
- Going to Jūrmala: taxi, Bolt or a transfer, about 20 minutes.
Prices, stops and pick-up points were checked in October 2026 and may change, so confirm with the operator before you travel. See our Riga Airport transfer page for meet and greet and FBO details, or all transfer prices.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Riga Airport to the Old Town?
Bus 22 stops at 11. novembra krastmala at the edge of the Old Town, about 30 minutes. A taxi, Bolt or private transfer takes about 20 minutes.
Can I pay cash on bus 22?
No. A single ticket from the driver is €1.81 by bank card only; an advance 90-minute ticket is €1.50.
How much is a taxi from Riga Airport to the centre?
Licensed taxis show the tariff on the door, and there is a €33.50 fixed voucher to most central hotels. Bolt shows the price before you book.
Is there a train from the airport?
No. Bus 22 is the only public transport to the airport.
Where is the Bolt pick-up?
In the marked area in car park P1 near the terminal exit, or order at the self-service screens at exits E and C.
How much is a private transfer?
From €45 per car for up to 3 passengers, €50 for a van with up to 7 and €95 for an S-Class.
