RIX - Riga International Airport
Riga, Latvia
IATA Code: RIX · Riga, Latvia
The airport code RIX is the IATA identifier for Riga International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Riga Airport (RIX).
Riga International Airport (RIX) serves Riga, Latvia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
RIX is the IATA airport code for Riga International Airport, located in Riga, Latvia. The airport is situated at coordinates 56.9236°N, 23.9711°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- RIX
- City
- Riga
- Country
- Latvia
- Timezone
- Europe/Riga
- Latitude
- 56.9236°
- Longitude
- 23.9711°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from RIX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLJ - Barysiai | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| SQQ - Siauliai | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| PNV - Panevezys | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| URE - Kuressaare | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| EPU - Parnu | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| LPX - Liepaja | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| PLQ - Palanga | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| KLJ - Klaipeda | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| KUN - Kaunas | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| KDL - Kardla | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| VNO - Vilnius | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| TLL - Tallinn-ulemiste International | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| KGD - Kaliningrad | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| GNA - Hrodna | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| HEM - Helsinki | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| HEL - Helsinki | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| MHP - Minsk | 408 km | $6,295 | $13/passenger |
| VLU - Velikiye Luki | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| TKU - Turku | 411 km | $6,341 | $13/passenger |
| HYV - Hyvinkaa | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| MSQ - Minsk 2 | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| MHQ - Mariehamn | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| QYD - Gdynia | 429 km | $6,619 | $13/passenger |
| VTB - Vitebsk | 444 km | $6,850 | $14/passenger |
| BMA - Stockholm | 445 km | $6,865 | $14/passenger |
| GDN - Gdansk | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| OSK - Oskarshamn | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| NYO - Stockholm | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| ARN - Stockholm | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| KLR - Kalkmar | 468 km | $7,220 | $14/passenger |
| UTI - Utti | 473 km | $7,297 | $15/passenger |
| QLF - Vesivehmaa | 480 km | $7,405 | $15/passenger |
| LED - St. Petersburg | 486 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| NRK - Norrkoeping | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| HLF - Hultsfred | 495 km | $7,637 | $15/passenger |
| TMP - Tampere | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| EKT - Eskilstuna | 504 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| OSP - Slupsk | 508 km | $7,837 | $16/passenger |
| MVQ - Mogilev | 508 km | $7,837 | $16/passenger |
| LPP - Lappeenranta | 517 km | $7,976 | $16/passenger |
| POR - Pori | 519 km | $8,007 | $16/passenger |
| LPI - Linkoeping | 520 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| VST - Vasteras | 521 km | $8,038 | $16/passenger |
| BQT - Brest | 535 km | $8,254 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your RIX Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from RIX
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Riga
Riga has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through RIX
As a European airport, RIX falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via RIX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Riga International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from RIX
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to RIX are HLJ, SQQ, PNV — consider these for potentially lower fares