Air Baltic is a Latvian low cost carrier, and also the flag carrier of the country. It is a state-owned airline that has its main operating hub situated at the Riga International Airport, Latvia. The airline operates scheduled flights to more than 50 destinations worldwide, and handles traffic of more than 2.9 million passengers annually. Air Baltic offers 2 classes of service - Business and Economy.
In-flight Amenities
Business Class passengers are seated in the front row, with the middle seat always kept vacant so their privacy is well taken care of. They are also treated with a delicious three-course meal that is served with complimentary drinks including alcoholic beverages. Economy Class passengers are offered spacious seats and can buy food and drinks on-board. Passengers in both the classes are offered newspapers and magazines for entertainment. Economy Class offers 2 fare types - Basic and Premium.
Destinations
Air Baltic covers more than 50 destinations worldwide. Some of the most popular tourist spots that the airline covers include:
- London
- Milan
- Amsterdam
- Berlin
- Frankfurt
- Venice
- Brussels
- Athens
- Barcelona
- Tel Aviv
Flying from the UK
Air Baltic flies from the London Gatwick Airport in the United Kingdom. The airline's check-in desk is situated at the South Terminal.
Baggage
Business Class passengers are allowed to carry 2 bags (<8 kg each) and 1 personal item inside the cabin as complimentary hand baggage. Economy Class passengers (Both Basic and Premium fare) can carry 1 bag (<8 kg) and 1 personal item. The free checked baggage allowance limit is 2 bags (<20 kg each) for Business, and 1 bag (<20 kg) for Economy Class (Premium). Economy Class passengers who have purchased Basic Fare are not given any complimentary checked baggage allowance.
Other Services & Facilities
Check-in: You can print your boarding pass at home, courtesy the airline's web check-in facility. Web check-in begins 72 hours in advance and ends 1 hour before the flight's scheduled departure.
Frequent Flyer Program: PINS is the frequent flyer program offered by the airline. Whether you fly with the airline, stay in its partner hotels, shop at its partner stores or rent a car, you stand to earn free miles. These miles can be exchanged for rewards like discounts, reserved seats, and free baggage allowance.
Lounges: Business Class passengers and PINS VIP members have access to more than 30 lounges at various airports worldwide. These lounges come equipped with many facilities like washrooms, Wi-Fi access, complimentary snacks, television and more.