VallettaRiga, Latvia

Flights from Valletta to Riga

Nonstop flights from Valletta (MLA) to Riga (RIX) take about 3h 34m (2,448 km). Ryanair and Malta Air fly it. Lowest fare seen: $43 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

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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 Malta →2 lounges at Malta 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 Valletta to Riga

Carriers on MLA–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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Valletta to Riga fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $43 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$7529 Oct 2026 · Ryanair—
Nov 2026$13522 Nov 2026 · Ryanair$95 · 1 stop22 Nov 2026 · Ryanair
Dec 2026$6914 Dec 2026 · Ryanair$55 · 1 stop14 Dec 2026 · Ryanair
Jan 2027$4314 Jan 2027 · Ryanair—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $43 in January 2027, against $75 for October 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

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

How long is the flight from Valletta to Riga?
A nonstop flight from Valletta (MLA) to Riga (RIX) takes about 3h 34m, covering 2,448 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 Valletta from Riga by air?
The great-circle distance between Malta International Airport and Riga International Airport is 2,448 km (1,521 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Valletta to Riga?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MLA–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 Valletta to Riga cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MLA–RIX was $43 USD with Ryanair (nonstop), departing 14 Jan 2027, 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 Valletta to Riga?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $43 one-way, against $95 for November 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Valletta 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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