Car Hire at Riga airport (RIX)
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List of car rental agencies that operate within the Riga airport (RIX)
Subject to change: schedules, listed companies and contact details may change due to commercial decisions or operational updates, so it is always advisable to check availability on the official website of the car rental company before booking.
Car rental offices are located on the first floor of the terminal, in sector E (arrivals hall). The rental vehicle fleet is parked in the long-stay car park P4.
Car Rental Companies
Requirements to Rent a Vehicle
To rent a car at Riga Airport, you will generally need to meet the following requirements:
- Minimum age: You must be at least 21 years old (the age may vary depending on the vehicle category, and some companies apply an additional charge for drivers under 25).
- Driving licence: You must present a valid driving licence held for at least one year. If your licence is not in the Latin alphabet, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Passport or ID card: You will need to prove your identity with a valid travel document.
- Credit card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required to block the security deposit.
- Insurance: The price usually includes basic third-party liability insurance, but it is recommended to review collision damage waiver (CDW) and theft cover options.
Latest updates: January 7, 2026
5 tips for renting a car abroad
- Make sure your driver's license is valid in the destination country. Some countries also require an International Driving Permit (IDP). Keep in mind that the IDP is not valid on its own: it must always be carried together with your national driver's license.
- Check the documents and insurance required by local traffic laws, and what coverage is included in your rental (collision damage waiver, third-party liability, deductible).
- Learn the traffic rules of the destination country: speed limits on highways and city streets, right of way at intersections without traffic lights, blood alcohol limits, tolls, etc.
- Check which side of the road traffic drives on, and whether the steering wheel is on the same side as in your home country.
- Know what to do if you are involved in a traffic accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.
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Facilities and Lounges
Transportation
Overnight Stay
Parking
Disabled Passengers
Airlines
FAQs
Arrivals
Facilities and Lounges
Transportation
Overnight Stay
Parking
Disabled Passengers
Airlines
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Disabled Passengers
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