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Riga

Riga (EVRA/RIX) serves Riga, Latvia. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (18/36). Field elevation is 36 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EVRA
  • Name: Riga
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 56.923599
  • Longitude: 23.9711
  • Elevation: 36 ft
  • Country: Latvia
  • Municipality: Riga
  • IATA Code: RIX
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Riga
  • Distance from City: 8.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 18/36

  • Designation: 18/36
  • Dimensions: 10499 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 MHz
  • Ground: 118.800 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 121.200 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.riga-airport.com/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR 7.00-12.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge EUR 70
  • Parking Fee: EUR 3.00-6.00 per tonne MTOW per hour; first 2 hours free for turnarounds
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft. Local VAT applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: 24-hour availability. Multiple suppliers. Volume discounts available for uplift over 5,000 liters.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Minimum Chapter 3 compliance required. No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

EYSA

  • ICAO: EYSA
  • Name: Siauliai
  • Distance (NM): 64.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. NATO/military airbase. Civil immigration facilities limited; advance coordination mandatory.

EVVA

  • ICAO: EVVA
  • Name: Ventspils
  • Distance (NM): 83.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EEPU

  • ICAO: EEPU
  • Name: Parnu
  • Distance (NM): 91.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EEKE

  • ICAO: EEKE
  • Name: Kuressaare
  • Distance (NM): 91.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EVLA

  • ICAO: EVLA
  • Name: Liepaja
  • Distance (NM): 97.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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Latvia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no authorization required for overflights without planned landing
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 working days for single/short series (up to 4 flights in 2 months); 45 working days for longer series
Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require specific permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EVRA?
The tower frequency at Riga is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at EVRA?
Riga offers Jet A-1.
Does EVRA require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Riga (Latvia).