London, EssexRiga, Latvia

Flights from London, Essex to Riga

Nonstop flights from London, Essex (STN) to Riga (RIX) take about 2h 32m (1,625 km). Ryanair and Malta Air fly it. Lowest fare seen: $41 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Riga

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Airport transfer

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Before you flyPriority Pass options at Stansted →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 London, Essex to Riga

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

✈ Ryanairnonstop fare seen✈ Malta Airnonstop fare seen

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London, Essex to Riga fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $41 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$8330 Oct 2026 · Ryanair—
Nov 2026$4115 Nov 2026 · Malta Air—
Dec 2026$4414 Dec 2026 · Ryanair—
Jul 2027$25518 Jul 2027 · Ryanair$171 · 1 stop18 Jul 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $41 for November 2026, $44 at best after that.

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

How long is the flight from London, Essex to Riga?
A nonstop flight from London, Essex (STN) to Riga (RIX) takes about 2h 32m, covering 1,625 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 London, Essex from Riga by air?
The great-circle distance between London Stansted Airport and Riga International Airport is 1,625 km (1,010 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from London, Essex to Riga?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the STN–RIX route include Ryanair and Malta Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from London, Essex to Riga cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on STN–RIX was $41 USD with Malta Air (nonstop), departing 15 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 London, Essex to Riga?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $41 one-way, against $171 for July 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from London, Essex 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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