Helsinki, FinlandRiga, Latvia

Flights from Helsinki to Riga

Nonstop flights from Helsinki (HEL) to Riga (RIX) take about 59m (382 km). Finnair, airBaltic and NORRA fly it. Lowest fare seen: $52 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Riga

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Airport transfer

RIX → Riga, booked before you fly

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Trains, buses and taxi faresRIX to Riga: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Riga →9 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Helsinki to Riga

Carriers on HEL–RIX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Finnairnonstop fare seen✈ airBalticnonstop fare seen✈ NORRAnonstop fare seen

Helsinki to Riga fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $52 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$9528 Oct 2026 · NORRA—
Nov 2026$5214 Nov 2026 · Finnair—
Dec 2026$558 Dec 2026 · airBaltic—
Jan 2027$569 Jan 2027 · Finnair—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $52 for November 2026, $55 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Helsinki to Riga, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Riga

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Latvia is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Helsinki to Riga flights

How long is the flight from Helsinki to Riga?
A nonstop flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Riga (RIX) takes about 59m, covering 382 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Helsinki from Riga by air?
The great-circle distance between Helsinki Vantaa Airport and Riga International Airport is 382 km (237 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Helsinki to Riga?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the HEL–RIX route include Finnair, airBaltic and NORRA. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Helsinki to Riga cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on HEL–RIX was $52 USD with Finnair (nonstop), departing 14 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Riga?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $52 one-way, against $95 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Finland to Latvia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Latvia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Riga?
Latvia is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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