Non-stop flights from Riga (RIX)
Riga Airport (IATA: RIX, ICAO: EVRA), also known as Riga International Airport, is the only airport in Latvia.Riga Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 97 destinations in 40 countries.
At present, there are no domestic flights from Riga.
The longest flight from Riga RIX is a 2,799 mile (4,505 km) non-stop route to Tenerife (Reina Sofía) TFS. This direct flight takes around 6 hours and 35 minutes and is operated by Air Baltic.
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In total there are 16 airlines flying from and to Riga. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Riga
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Riga, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Riga that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Riga. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Riga by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Riga below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Best time to travel from Riga
When planning a trip from Riga, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Riga to 43 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Riga currently offers non-stop flights to 26 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 7 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Riga. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Riga, you have the option to take a direct flight to 6 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🌲 ❄️ Subarctic or Alpine destinations
You can fly directly from Riga to 5 Subarctic / Alpine destinations. Enjoy the natural beauty of the destinations with the Subarctic / Alpine climate, including dense forests and tundra landscapes, which make them perfect for hiking, spotting wildlife, and winter activities.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The most favorable time to visit these subarctic spots (on the Northern Hemisphere) is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March. With a variety of winter sports available in the higher elevations, you’re bound to have a wonderful time. If winter's not your vibe, consider visiting in mid-summer (May - August), when the temperatures are mild and often pleasantly warm, between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Riga, consider these 4 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🌿 🍇 Warm Mediterranean destinations
There are currently 4 beautiful Warm Mediterranean destinations accessible by direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and historic sites, these areas are perfect for a visit on one of the many sunny days.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, you can expect lovely and warm temperatures in late spring and summer up to 30°C (86°F), from April to September. Most of the rain falls between October and February.
🥶 🌨️ Polar / Tundra destinations
You can travel directly from Riga to one destination influenced by the Polar / Tundra climate. These areas, renowned for their glacial landscapes and frozen terrain — with temperatures well below 0°C (32°F) and often dropping to -30°C (-22°F) — offer opportunities for adventure activities like ice climbing, glacier hiking, and polar expeditions to observe wildlife such as seals, penguins, and polar bears.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The best time to explore these areas in the Northern Hemisphere is during the summer months (June-August), when you'll enjoy abundant sunshine and long days. If you're a fan of snow, these places are ideal as they have snow year-round. Just keep in mind that winters can be quite cold and dark.
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
There’s currently just one destination accessible via a direct flight. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.
Business class flights from Riga
There are 82 airports that have flights from Riga in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from RIX are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Riga
There are intercontinental flights operating from Riga International Airport (RIX) between Riga and Africa, the Middle-East and Central Asia.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Riga and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Riga to Africa
Air Baltic: seasonal flights to Hurghada (HRG), Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) and Marrakech (RAK).
UTair: year-round to Hurghada (HRG).
Non-stop flights from Riga to the Middle-East / Western Asia
Air Baltic: seasonal flights to Yerevan (EVN), Batumi (BUS), year-round flights to Tbilisi (TBS), seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV), Antalya (AYT), year-round flights to Istanbul (IST) and seasonal flights to Dubai (DXB).
Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance): year-round to Istanbul (IST).
Flydubai: seasonal flights to Dubai (DXB).
Non-stop flights from Riga to Central Asia
FlyOne Asia: seasonal flights to Tashkent (TAS).
Uzbekistan Airways: year-round to Tashkent (TAS).
International flights from Riga
Flights from Riga to Albania
Tirana is the only destination in Albania with direct flights from Riga. Direct flights to Tirana are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
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Flights from Riga to Armenia
In Armenia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Riga is Yerevan. Direct flights to Yerevan are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
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Flights from Riga to Austria
There are 2 destinations in Austria that have non-stop flights from Riga.
Direct flights to Innsbruck are offered by Air Baltic. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in March 2026.
You can fly non-stop to Vienna with Air Baltic or Ryanair.
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Flights from Riga to Belgium
If you are looking for a direct flight from Riga to Belgium, there are 2 destinations to choose from.
Direct flights to Brussels are offered by Air Baltic.
The only airline with direct flights to Brussels Charleroi is Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
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Flights from Riga to Bulgaria
In Bulgaria, there are 2 destinations from Riga.
You can fly non-stop to Burgas with Air Baltic or Norwegian. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in September.
The only airline with direct flights to Sofia is Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Croatia
There is 1 destination in Croatia that has a direct connection from Riga, which is Split. Direct flights to Split are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
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Flights from Riga to Cyprus
If you are looking for a direct flight from Riga to Cyprus, there are 2 destinations to choose from.
Direct flights to Larnaca are offered by Air Baltic.
The only airline with direct flights to Paphos is Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
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Flights from Riga to Czechia
In Czechia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Riga is Prague. You can fly non-stop to Prague with Air Baltic or Ryanair.
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Flights from Riga to Denmark
There are 3 destinations in Denmark that have non-stop flights from Riga.
Direct flights to Aarhus are offered by Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Billund is Air Baltic.
Non-stop flights to Copenhagen are offered by Air Baltic, Norwegian and SAS (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Riga to Egypt
In Egypt, there are 2 destinations from Riga.
You can fly non-stop to Hurghada with Air Baltic or UTair.
The only airline with direct flights to Sharm el-Sheikh is Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in April.
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Flights from Riga to Estonia
Tallinn is the only destination in Estonia with direct flights from Riga. Direct flights to Tallinn are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Finland
There are 5 destinations in Finland that have non-stop flights from Riga.
You can fly non-stop to Helsinki with Air Baltic or Finnair (Oneworld).
All direct flights from Riga to Kittilä, Oulu, Tampere and Turku are operated by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to France
If you are looking for a direct flight from Riga to France, there are 2 destinations to choose from.
To Nice and Paris, you can fly with Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Georgia
In Georgia, there are 2 destinations from Riga.
To Batumi and Tbilisi, you can fly with Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Germany
In Germany there are several destinations from Riga (7 in total).
Direct flights to Berlin are offered by Air Baltic.
The only airline with direct flights to Cologne-Bonn is Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Riga to Düsseldorf with Air Baltic.
You can fly non-stop to Frankfurt with Air Baltic or Lufthansa (Star Alliance).
Direct flights to Hamburg are offered by Air Baltic.
You can fly non-stop from Riga to Memmingen with Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
Direct flights to Munich are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Greece
If you are looking for a direct flight from Riga to Greece, there are 5 destinations to choose from.
You can fly non-stop to Athens with Aegean (Star Alliance) or Air Baltic.
All direct flights from Riga to Corfu (Kerkyra), Heraklion (Crete), Rhodes and Thessaloniki are operated by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Hungary
There is 1 destination in Hungary that has a direct connection from Riga, which is Budapest. Direct flights to Budapest are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Iceland
Reykjavik (Keflavik) is the only destination in Iceland with direct flights from Riga. Direct flights to Reykjavik (Keflavik) are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Ireland
In Ireland, the only destination that has a direct flight from Riga is Dublin. You can fly non-stop to Dublin with Air Baltic or Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
All flights to Ireland
Flights from Riga to Israel
There is 1 destination in Israel that has a direct connection from Riga, which is Tel Aviv. Direct flights to Tel Aviv are offered by Air Baltic. This route is not operational yet but will start in April.
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Flights from Riga to Italy
In Italy there are several destinations from Riga (9 in total).
Direct flights to Catania are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Milan (Bergamo) is Ryanair.
All direct flights from Riga to Milan (Malpensa), Naples, Olbia (Sardinia) and Pisa are operated by Air Baltic.
You can fly non-stop to Rome (Fiumicino) with Air Baltic or Ryanair.
The only airline with direct flights to Venice (Treviso) is Ryanair.
You can fly non-stop from Riga to Verona with Air Baltic. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in March 2026.
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Flights from Riga to Lithuania
There are 3 destinations in Lithuania that have non-stop flights from Riga.
All direct flights from Riga to Kaunas, Palanga and Vilnius are operated by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Malta
In Malta, the only destination that has a direct flight from Riga is Malta. You can fly non-stop to Malta with Air Baltic or Ryanair.
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Flights from Riga to Moldova
Chișinău is the only destination in Moldova with direct flights from Riga. Direct flights to Chișinău are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Montenegro
There is 1 destination in Montenegro that has a direct connection from Riga, which is Tivat. You can fly non-stop to Tivat with Air Baltic or Norwegian. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
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Flights from Riga to Morocco
Marrakech is the only destination in Morocco with direct flights from Riga. Direct flights to Marrakech are offered by Air Baltic. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in March 2026.
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Flights from Riga to Netherlands
In Netherlands, the only destination that has a direct flight from Riga is Amsterdam. Direct flights to Amsterdam are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Norway
In Norway, there are 4 destinations from Riga.
To Bergen and Oslo, you can fly with Air Baltic and Norwegian.
You can fly non-stop from Riga to Oslo (Torp) with Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Trondheim is Norwegian. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in August.
All flights to Norway
Flights from Riga to Poland
There are 2 destinations in Poland that have non-stop flights from Riga.
Direct flights to Krakow are offered by Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Warsaw with Air Baltic or LOT (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Riga to Portugal
If you are looking for a direct flight from Riga to Portugal, there are 4 destinations to choose from.
All direct flights from Riga to Faro, Funchal (Madeira), Lisbon and Porto are operated by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Romania
There is 1 destination in Romania that has a direct connection from Riga, which is Bucharest. Direct flights to Bucharest are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Serbia
In Serbia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Riga is Belgrade. Direct flights to Belgrade are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
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Flights from Riga to Slovenia
Ljubljana is the only destination in Slovenia with direct flights from Riga. Direct flights to Ljubljana are offered by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Spain
In Spain there are several destinations from Riga (8 in total).
You can fly non-stop to Alicante with Air Baltic or Norwegian.
You can fly non-stop to Barcelona with Air Baltic or Ryanair.
To Gran Canaria (Las Palmas) and Madrid, you can fly with Air Baltic.
You can fly non-stop to Málaga with Air Baltic or Ryanair.
All direct flights from Riga to Palma de Mallorca, Tenerife (Reina Sofía) and Valencia are operated by Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Sweden
In Sweden, there are 2 destinations from Riga.
You can fly non-stop to Gothenburg with Air Baltic or Norwegian.
Non-stop flights to Stockholm (Arlanda) are offered by Air Baltic, Norwegian and Ryanair.
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Flights from Riga to Switzerland
If you are looking for a direct flight from Riga to Switzerland, there are 2 destinations to choose from.
To Geneva and Zürich, you can fly with Air Baltic.
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Flights from Riga to Turkey
There are 2 destinations in Turkey that have non-stop flights from Riga.
Direct flights to Antalya are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Istanbul with Air Baltic or Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance).
All flights to Turkey
Flights from Riga to United Arab Emirates
There is 1 destination in United Arab Emirates that has a direct connection from Riga, which is Dubai. You can fly non-stop to Dubai with Air Baltic or Flydubai. This route is not operational yet but will start in April.
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Flights from Riga to United Kingdom
In United Kingdom there are several destinations from Riga (8 in total).
Direct flights to Aberdeen are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
To Edinburgh and Leeds / Bradford, you can fly with Ryanair.
The only airline with direct flights to London Gatwick is Air Baltic.
Direct flights to London Heathrow are offered by British Airways (Oneworld). This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in March 2026.
You can fly non-stop from Riga to London Stansted with Ryanair.
You can fly non-stop to Manchester with Ryanair or Ryanair UK. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Nottingham is Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in October.
All flights to United Kingdom
Flights from Riga to Uzbekistan
Tashkent is the only destination in Uzbekistan with direct flights from Riga. You can fly non-stop to Tashkent with FlyOne Asia or Uzbekistan Airways.
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Alternative airports near Riga
There is one alternative airport to Riga (RIX) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which is Kuressaare (URE).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Riga?
There is 1 airport in Riga: Riga International Airport (RIX).
What is the best airport to fly from Riga?
The most convenient airport to fly from Riga is Riga International Airport (RIX).
How many airlines fly from Riga?
There are 16 airlines flying from Riga to 97 airports around the world, as of March 2026.
Which airlines fly from Riga?
Air Baltic, Ryanair and Norwegian operate most flights from Riga. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Riga?
SkyTeam, Oneworld and Star Alliance are all flying from Riga.
How many nonstop flights are there from Riga?
There are roughly 1,282 flights departing from Riga every month (or 301 flights each week), to a total of 97 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Riga Airport?
The official name of Riga Airport is Riga International Airport.
What is the airport code of Riga Airport?
The airport code of Riga Airport is RIX.
What are the most popular flights from Riga?
Helsinki, Copenhagen and Tallinn are the 3 most popular routes from Riga. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Riga, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Riga?
| Riga to Helsinki | 1h |
| Riga to Copenhagen | 1h 25m |
| Riga to Tallinn | 50m |
| Riga to Stockholm (Arlanda) | 1h 10m |
| Riga to Vilnius | 50m |
