Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
4 hours 12 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Madrid is 1 hour behind Riga and operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of 4 weekly flights from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The 12:55 departure with Air Baltic is the earliest flight available between RIX and MAD. Air Baltic operates the latest service of the day at 17:15 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Air Baltic has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to discover the sights in Madrid — plus maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between RIX and MAD:
Geneve Airport
Vienna International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Spain. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from RIX to MAD, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is R 1,500. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,312. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from RIX to MAD, book your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RIX:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Madrid. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 37 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Riga International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RIX to MAD around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Madrid
Once you've locked in your flights from RIX to MAD, you'll want to find a hotel in Madrid. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
El Retiro Park and Puerta del Sol are just two of the major attractions to put on your Madrid must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Plaza Mayor.
Complete your Madrid trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Madrid.
