Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Riga.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your RIX to CRL flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Brussels (and then exploring more of Belgium!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
With a reliable 87.5% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair has the best on-time performance for RIX to CRL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RIX and CRL:
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Prague Airport
Billund Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
R 501 is the best price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. Return flights start at R 846. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIX to CRL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RIX to CRL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
79% of flights that depart Riga International Airport reach their destination on time.
Riga International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
If you're landing on a late Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near CRL:
Travel at your own speed with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to central Brussels
From Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, Brussels is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Brussels. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to CRL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Musée de la Photographie, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier.
If you're ready to explore another side of Belgium, head for Liege, about 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse are among the biggest draws.

