1. Bus #22
The most popular and budget-friendly way to reach the city center.
Route: Airport to City Center (stops at several locations near Old Riga). Journey time is approximately 30 minutes.
Schedule: Runs from 05:20 to 00:40 (every 10–20 minutes).
Cost: * €1.50 — If bought in advance (at the ticket machine or via the app).
€1.81 – €2.00 — If bought from the driver (Bank card only! No cash).
Free — On Latvian public holidays ("Red calendar days").
Where to buy tickets in advance?
Ticket Machine: Located right at the bus stop outside the airport terminal.
Mobile App: The most convenient way. Use the official Rīgas satiksme app ("koda biļete"):
Download on App Store
Download on Google Play
2. Bolt (Ride-Hailing App)
In Latvia, Bolt is the go-to app instead of Uber.
Cost: Average prices to the center range from €20 to €50, depending on demand. For a group of four, this can be as low as €5–10 per person.
Child Seats: You can select the "Child" category in the app or request one in the comments.
Pros: Transparent pricing, card payments via the app, and door-to-door service. Cons: Prices can spike during rush hour or bad weather.
Download Bolt:
App Store (iOS)
Google Play (Android)
3. Official Taxis (Red Cab, Baltic Taxi)
These marked taxis wait in a queue right outside the arrivals terminal 24/7.
Cost: By the meter, usually between €30 and €50.
Pros: Instant availability—no waiting for a driver to accept your request. Reliable child seat availability.
Cons: The most expensive option. You are essentially paying an extra €10–20 for the convenience of not waiting.
4. The Travel Hack: Bus + Local Taxi
If your hotel is deep inside the Old Town or a bit too far to walk with heavy bags:
Take Bus #22 to the city center.
Once you get off, hail a taxi or call a Bolt for the final leg. A short ride from the bus stop to your hotel door usually costs only €3–5 for the whole car.
Pro Tips for Travelers:
Connectivity: Riga Airport offers free Wi-Fi, making it easy to order a Bolt upon arrival.
Payments: Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but remember: the bus driver cannot accept cash.
The View: Sit on the right side of the bus! You’ll get a stunning view of the Old Town skyline as you cross the Stone Bridge (Akmens tilts).
The most popular and budget-friendly way to reach the city center.
Route: Airport to City Center (stops at several locations near Old Riga). Journey time is approximately 30 minutes.
Schedule: Runs from 05:20 to 00:40 (every 10–20 minutes).
Cost: * €1.50 — If bought in advance (at the ticket machine or via the app).
€1.81 – €2.00 — If bought from the driver (Bank card only! No cash).
Free — On Latvian public holidays ("Red calendar days").
Where to buy tickets in advance?
Ticket Machine: Located right at the bus stop outside the airport terminal.
Mobile App: The most convenient way. Use the official Rīgas satiksme app ("koda biļete"):
Download on App Store
Download on Google Play
2. Bolt (Ride-Hailing App)
In Latvia, Bolt is the go-to app instead of Uber.
Cost: Average prices to the center range from €20 to €50, depending on demand. For a group of four, this can be as low as €5–10 per person.
Child Seats: You can select the "Child" category in the app or request one in the comments.
Pros: Transparent pricing, card payments via the app, and door-to-door service. Cons: Prices can spike during rush hour or bad weather.
Download Bolt:
App Store (iOS)
Google Play (Android)
3. Official Taxis (Red Cab, Baltic Taxi)
These marked taxis wait in a queue right outside the arrivals terminal 24/7.
Cost: By the meter, usually between €30 and €50.
Pros: Instant availability—no waiting for a driver to accept your request. Reliable child seat availability.
Cons: The most expensive option. You are essentially paying an extra €10–20 for the convenience of not waiting.
4. The Travel Hack: Bus + Local Taxi
If your hotel is deep inside the Old Town or a bit too far to walk with heavy bags:
Take Bus #22 to the city center.
Once you get off, hail a taxi or call a Bolt for the final leg. A short ride from the bus stop to your hotel door usually costs only €3–5 for the whole car.
Pro Tips for Travelers:
Connectivity: Riga Airport offers free Wi-Fi, making it easy to order a Bolt upon arrival.
Payments: Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but remember: the bus driver cannot accept cash.
The View: Sit on the right side of the bus! You’ll get a stunning view of the Old Town skyline as you cross the Stone Bridge (Akmens tilts).
