BaliceRiga, Latvia

Flights from Balice to Riga

Nonstop flights from Balice (KRK) to Riga (RIX) take about 1h 31m (809 km). Ryanair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $21 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

When you land in Riga

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

RIX → Riga, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Krakow →1 lounge at Krakow AirportTrains, 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 Balice to Riga

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

✈ Ryanairnonstop fare seen

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Balice to Riga fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $21 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$3729 Oct 2026 · Ryanair—
Nov 2026$2720 Nov 2026 · Ryanair—
Dec 2026$2117 Dec 2026 · Ryanair—
Feb 2027—$68 · 1 stop18 Feb 2027 · Ryanair
Apr 2027$699 Apr 2027 · Ryanair—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $21 in December 2026, against $27 for November 2026.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Balice 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 — Balice to Riga flights

How long is the flight from Balice to Riga?
A nonstop flight from Balice (KRK) to Riga (RIX) takes about 1h 31m, covering 809 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 Balice from Riga by air?
The great-circle distance between Kraków John Paul II International Airport and Riga International Airport is 809 km (503 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Balice to Riga?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KRK–RIX route include Ryanair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Balice to Riga cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KRK–RIX was $21 USD with Ryanair (nonstop), departing 17 Dec 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 Balice to Riga?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $21 one-way, against $69 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Balice 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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