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Latvian National Museum of Art
The main national art museum presents Latvian and Baltic art in a grand historic building with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bologna to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Riga will cost around $276 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 4 flights from Bologna to Riga, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct flights cover the 1645 km distance in an average of 19 h 4 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the longest flights will take 1 d 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Flights from Bologna to Riga depart on average 47 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $129 (€108) but you can travel from only $115 (€97) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 04:56, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 1022 miles (1645 km) distance in 3h 10m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
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The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Riga flights for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
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![]() | 4:25 PM Bologna | 5h15 | 9:40 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flights from Bologna to Riga with Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, and Lufthansa. Flights with a stop available on this route with Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, and Lufthansa. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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The main national art museum presents Latvian and Baltic art in a grand historic building with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Well-curated museum on Latvia’s occupations by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. It gives vital context for Riga and modern Latvia.
Fascinating museum on the Art Nouveau era inside a richly decorated 1903 apartment. Ideal for understanding Riga’s iconic architecture.
Riga’s UNESCO-listed medieval core is packed with churches, guild houses, squares, and winding lanes. It is the city’s classic walking area.
Celebrated avenue lined with ornate Art Nouveau facades by Eisenstein and others. A top place to appreciate Riga’s architectural fame.
Leafy canal-side park around the old city moat, ideal for relaxed walks, bridges, flowers, and classic views of central Riga.
Grey peas with bacon is a classic Latvian winter dish of stewed peas mixed with fried onions and bacon, especially tied to festive tables.
Rye bread soup is a traditional sweet dessert made from dark rye bread, dried fruit and spices, valued for turning Latvia's staple bread into comfort food.
Sklandrausis is a protected Latvian pastry with rye crust and carrot-potato filling, rooted in Livonian and Kurzeme cooking traditions.
One of Riga's best-known fine dining restaurants, offering tasting menus, polished service and contemporary Baltic cuisine.
Refined Latvian fine dining in the Old Town, known for seasonal local ingredients, elegant plating and a calm historic setting.
A respected cellar restaurant serving modern Latvian cuisine with game, fish and regional produce in a warm medieval atmosphere.
Moderate for the Baltics: hotels and dining cost more than Vilnius, but public transport is cheap and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is often included only at higher-end venues. Rounding up is common; 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis usually round up. Cafes may use small change or none.
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Riga International Airport -> Riga Central Station
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Riga by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Riga flights use the Bologna Airport to Riga International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Riga airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Bologna Airport is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bologna Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Riga International Airport is 1 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Riga International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Riga International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
See which airports are used for flights between Bologna and Riga, including airport details.