Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid one hour behind Riga.
Every week, there are three Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, take the 12:55 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 13:50 with Air Baltic.
Your RIX to MAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Madrid (and then seeing more of Spain!) is a cinch with airBaltic. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport.
AirBaltic is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating RIX to MAD flights is airBaltic. Its services arrive as scheduled 73.68% of the time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RIX and MAD:
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
ج.م. 3,095 is currently the best price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 7,428. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from RIX to MAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RIX to MAD.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
79% of flights leaving from Riga International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Travel at your own speed with a Madrid Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and see more of Madrid and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Madrid Airport about one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madrid. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to MAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without visiting Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
