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A stopover in Riga

airBaltic's hub, with a compact UNESCO-listed old town 25 minutes from the airport.

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Last reviewed November 2026.

Riga, Latvia
Photo: Jorge Franganillo from Barcelona, Spain, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Airport to the centreabout 25 min
Typical central 3–4★ hotel~$100 / night
Airline stopover programNone, but split tickets often work
Hotels in RigaThings to doLuggage storage

With 24–48 hours

  • Old Town and the House of the Blackheads
  • Art Nouveau buildings on Alberta iela
  • Central Market in old zeppelin hangars

Eat: Grey peas with bacon, and a shot of Black Balsam.

Tips

  • Leave big bags at the airport's left-luggage desk or your hotel so you can explore right away.
  • With separate tickets, give yourself at least one night between flights.
  • Check whether your passport needs a visa or travel authorisation to leave the airport.

Riga stopover: questions

How long does it take to get from the airport into Riga?

About 25 minutes to the centre. airBaltic's hub, with a compact UNESCO-listed old town 25 minutes from the airport.

How much is a hotel for a Riga stopover?

Plan on roughly $100 a night for a well-reviewed, central 3–4★ hotel. Prices rise with events and peak season, so check the live rate for your dates.

Is there a free stopover program in Riga?

No airline runs a stopover program here, but two separate tickets through Riga often work. Leave at least one night between flights.

What can you do in Riga with 24 hours?

Old Town and the House of the Blackheads. Art Nouveau buildings on Alberta iela. Central Market in old zeppelin hangars.

What should I eat on a Riga stopover?

Grey peas with bacon, and a shot of Black Balsam. With one night, make dinner the local meal and keep breakfast near the hotel so you're not rushed back to the airport.

Can I leave the airport on a layover in Riga?

It depends on your passport. Check whether you need a visa or an electronic travel authorisation for Latvia before you book, and allow time for immigration and security on the way back.

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