Riga International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 11m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Riga International Airport
RIX Riga Airport (Latvian: RIX Rīgas lidosta; IATA: RIX, ICAO: EVRA) is the international airport of Riga, the capital of Latvia, and the largest airport in the Baltic states with direct flights to 107 destinations as of September 2024. It is the 12th-busiest airport in post-Soviet states as well as 77th-busiest airport in Europe. It serves as a hub for airBaltic and RAF-Avia, and as one of the base airports for Ryanair and Norwegian Air Shuttle. The Latvian national carrier airBaltic is the largest carrier that serves the airport, followed by Ryanair. The airport is located in the Mārupe Municipality west of Riga, approximately 10 km from its city centre.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EVRANOTAMs
EVRAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 10,499 ft / 3,200 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 129.925 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 121.200 MHz |
| GND | Riga Ground | 118.800 MHz |
| MISC | Riga Apron | 131.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Services & operations
Riga Airport offers various passenger services including parking and handling.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIGA TMA A | Class C | TMA | 3000 ft MSL | FL285 |
| RIGA TMA B | Class C | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| RIGA CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| RIGA 2 FIS | Class G | Type 33 | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Latvia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 19% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 34% | -1,739 ft | |
| Feb | 47% | -1,858 ft | |
| Mar | 66% | -1,433 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | -1,003 ft | |
| May | 88% | -351 ft | |
| Jun | 88% | 339 ft | |
| Jul | 86% | 569 ft | |
| Aug | 86% | 384 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | -136 ft | |
| Oct | 64% | -684 ft | |
| Nov | 37% | -1,286 ft | |
| Dec | 26% | -1,656 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,858–569 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| WEST | 2 nm | 283° | On request |
| JAMAR | 2.6 nm | 192° | Compulsory |
| EAST | 3.2 nm | 092° | On request |
| SARPS | 5.5 nm | 038° | Compulsory |
| BULLI | 6.2 nm | 009° | Compulsory |
| KEKAV | 6.3 nm | 095° | Compulsory |
| ARNIS | 6.6 nm | 263° | Compulsory |
| ELING | 6.9 nm | 285° | Compulsory |
| MAORI | 7.2 nm | 301° | Compulsory |
| RIVER | 7.3 nm | 032° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rīgas radio un televīzijas tornis | 1,211 ft | 69 ft | — |
| Latvijas Zinātņu akadēmija | 351 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Riga International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Riga International Airport?
The ICAO code for Riga International Airport is EVRA, and its IATA code is RIX.
Where is Riga International Airport located?
Riga International Airport is large airport located in Riga, Latvia, at an elevation of 36 ft (11 m).
How many runways does Riga International Airport have?
Riga International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,499 ft / 3,200 m.
Which airlines fly to Riga International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Riga International Airport include Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Baltic, Air Berlin, Air France, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines, among 25 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Riga International Airport?
Historical data lists 65 nonstop destinations from Riga International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Riga International Airport in?
Riga International Airport is in the Europe/Riga time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Riga International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Riga International Airport is approximately 9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Riga International Airport?
The nearest airport to Riga International Airport is Spilve Aerodrome (EVRS), about 5.4 nm to the ne, followed by Gātciema Airfield and Valgundes lidlauks.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Riga International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.