BA2242 Flight Status British Airways: London to Riga (BAW2242)

LGW London

Scheduled
17:45
Actual
17:56

Terminal: S | Gate: 11

Departure: Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · local time GMT

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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RIX Riga

Scheduled
22:25
Actual
22:14

Arrival: Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · local time EET

Riga International Airport (RIX)

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Distance: 1692 km / 1051 miles · Scheduled Duration: 02:40 · Actual Duration: 02:18

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BA 2242 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways London to Riga

Date From To Departure Arrival Status Details
Nov 13 LGW RIX 17:56 22:14 Landed Track >
Nov 12 LGW RIX 18:12 22:20 Landed Track >
Nov 11 LGW RIX 17:49 22:02 Landed Track >
Nov 09 LGW RIX 17:54 22:16 Landed Track >
Nov 08 LGW RIX 17:43 22:03 Landed Track >
Nov 06 LGW RIX 17:55 22:23 Landed Track >
Nov 05 LGW RIX 17:55 22:23 Landed Track >
Nov 04 LGW RIX 18:03 22:35 Landed Track >
Nov 02 LGW RIX 17:58 22:28 Landed Track >
Nov 01 LGW RIX 17:53 22:10 Landed Track >

British Airways' London–Riga flight covers 1,692 km (1,051 mi) and runs five times a week: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. With 2 h 40 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 2 h 20 min, it often makes up time. Yesterday it left on time and landed at 22:14, 11 minutes early.

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About BA 2242

British Airways Flight BA2242 connects London, United Kingdom to Riga, Latvia, taking off from London Gatwick Airport LGW and landing at Riga International Airport RIX.

Route
London Gatwick Airport LGW to Riga International Airport RIX
Distance
1,692 km (1,051 mi)
Typical flight time
2 h 20 min
Flies
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
On time
10 of the last 10
Usually departs from
Terminal S

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Yesterday's flight landed 11 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

BA 2242 FAQ

How long is the BA2242 flight from London to Riga?
The timetable allows 2 h 40 min. London to Riga is 1,692 km (1,051 mi).
How often is BA2242 from London to Riga late?
None of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
When was the latest BA2242 flight from London to Riga?
The latest BA2242 was the 17:45 (local time) departure from London on 13 November 2026; it landed 11 minutes early.
Which days does BA2242 fly from London to Riga?
Five times a week: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA2242 use?
It usually leaves from Terminal S at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA2242 have?
Also listed as BAW2242 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 2242.
Can I get compensation if BA2242 is delayed or cancelled?
Up to £350 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

BA2242 and London LGW to Riga RIX Flights

Flight BA2242 is a code-share British Airways flight of the airBaltic operated BT654.

Other flights departing from London LGW: BT654, FR307, U2813, U28477

Other flights arriving at Riga RIX: BT654, BT318, BT348

All flights connecting London LGW to Riga RIX.