Car Rental at Riga Airport (RIX)

Riga International Airport (RIX) is the Baltics' second largest airport and offers 25 rental companies – one of the region's broadest selections. The airport is 13 km southwest of Riga center and is an excellent starting point for exploring all of Latvia and the Baltics. Pickup takes place at the dedicated car rental center in the arrivals hall.

From RIX you can reach Riga center in 20–25 minutes via Ventspils šoseja and Kurzemes prospekts. Jūrmala, Latvia's most popular beach resort, is just 20 km to the west and is reached in 25 minutes via E22. Sigulda in Gauja National Park is 50 km northeast of the airport.

Choose a car with GPS or download offline maps – road signs outside Riga are often only in Latvian. Check if your rental company is included in the airport's official car rental hall, otherwise a shuttle bus may be needed. In summer, queues at the pickup desk can be long – prepare all documents in advance.

Where are the car rental desks at Riga Airport? All major rental companies are located together in the car rental center on the ground floor of the arrivals hall, Terminal 1, signed as 'Car Rental'. How much does parking cost at RIX if I return the car there?

Short-term parking costs approximately 1–2 EUR per started half hour. Check with your rental company if free return is included. Can I rent a car at RIX and return it in Vilnius or Tallinn?

Yes, one-way rental within the Baltics is offered by most rental companies at RIX, but an additional fee of 50–150 EUR usually applies.

We compare prices from all major providers at Riga Airport so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.