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Overview: Dortmund to Riga flight
Germany
Latvia
Flights from Dortmund to Riga depart on average 40 times per day, taking around 11h 2m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $103 (€83) but you can travel from only $86 (€69) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest flight covers the 766 miles (1234 km) distance in 2h 5m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $86 (€69)
Distance 766 miles (1234 km) |
Average flight duration 11h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€83) |
Flights per day 40 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 5m |
First flight 5:45 AM |
Last flight 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $86 (€69)
The cheapest and fastest flights from Dortmund to Riga
Showing times and prices for May 06
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$527
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Flights per day
99
Distance
1234 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Dortmund to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Riga will cost around $527 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
Fast flights
Of the 99 flights that leave Dortmund for Riga onWed, May 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 06 the direct flights cover the 1234 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, May 06 the longest flights will take 4 h 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.
FR 30249:30 AM2h10Cologne Bonn Airport12:40 PMRiga International Airport$1651One-way0 transfers
LO404 · LO79310:25 AM13h55Dusseldorf Airport1:20 AMRiga International Airport$2391One-way1 transfer- LO408 · LO7937:45 PM4h35Dusseldorf Airport1:20 AMRiga International Airport$2391One-way1 transfer
- LO406 · LO7937:15 AM17h05Dusseldorf Airport1:20 AMRiga International Airport$2391One-way1 transfer
- LO408 · LO7817:45 PM21h00Dusseldorf Airport5:45 PMRiga International Airport$2391One-way1 transfer
BT2348:05 PM2h05Dusseldorf Airport11:10 PMRiga International Airport$3051One-way0 transfers- FR 30249:30 AM2h10Cologne Bonn Airport12:40 PMRiga International Airport$1651One-way0 transfers
KL1800+KL283512:25 PM3h50Dusseldorf Airport5:15 PMRiga International Airport$6721One-way1 transfer- KL1798+KL30918:15 AM3h55Dusseldorf Airport1:10 PMRiga International Airport$7221One-way1 transfer
SK1630 · SK164210:10 AM4h00Dusseldorf Airport3:10 PMRiga International Airport$7921One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Dortmund to Riga
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 11h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a flight costs an average of $103.
Distance: 766 miles (1234 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$247 Average price | $130 Average price Cheapest |
14h 2m Average total duration Fastest 11h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 34m Average total duration 28h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dortmund to Riga flight times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Riga flights for today, Tuesday, May 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:50 PM Dortmund | 16h15 | 11:05 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 6 | |||||
 ICE 913+LO378 · LO781 | 6:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 34h35 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 913+LO378 · LO783 | 6:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 30h00 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| SK620 · SK1644 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 18h10 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| SK620 · SK1642 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h00 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 913+LO378 · LO793 | 6:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 18h10 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
 LH79 · LH890 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h05 | 1:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
 KL1796+KL3091 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h50 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| KL1796+KL2835 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h55 | 5:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| KL1796+KL3093 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h55 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 527+LO378 · LO793 | 6:23 AM Dortmund Hbf | 17h57 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 527+LO378 · LO781 | 6:23 AM Dortmund Hbf | 34h22 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 527+LO378 · LO783 | 6:23 AM Dortmund Hbf | 29h47 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513+LO378 · LO793 | 6:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 17h44 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · ICE 25+LH892 | 6:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 15h44 | 11:20 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513+LO378 · LO781 | 6:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 34h09 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 26806 · ICE 11+LO378 · LO793 | 6:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 17h35 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 3 transfers | |
| 26806 · ICE 11+LO378 · LO783 | 6:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 29h25 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 3 transfers | |
| 26806 · ICE 11+LO378 · LO781 | 6:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 34h00 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 3 transfers | |
AF7982+ AF1107 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h35 | 1:30 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
 AF1070+ AF4629+AF1107 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 13h15 | 9:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AF7984+AF1107 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h55 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| LO406 · LO793 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 17h05 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| LO406 · LO781 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h30 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| LO406 · LO783 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h55 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| KL1798+KL3091 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 3h55 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| KL1798+KL3093 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 13h00 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| KL1798+KL2835 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h00 | 5:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 26708 · ICE 623+LH892 | 9:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 12h59 | 11:20 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 26708 · ICE 623+LO378 · LO793 | 9:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 14h59 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 3 transfers | |
| 26708 · ICE 623+LO380 · LO793 | 9:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 14h59 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 3 transfers | |
| AF7984+AF1307 | 9:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 12h25 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AF1070+AF4629+AF1307 | 9:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h45 | 9:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| FR 3024 | 9:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2h10 | 12:40 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
 OS246+OS7027 | 9:35 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 25h15 | 11:50 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 105+LH892 | 9:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 12h44 | 11:20 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 105+LO378 · LO793 | 9:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 14h44 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 105+LO380 · LO793 | 9:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 14h44 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| SK1630 · SK1608 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 23h45 | 10:55 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| SK1630 · SK1642 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h00 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| SK1630 · SK1644 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h10 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 644 · ICE 625+LH892 | 10:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 12h05 | 11:20 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 644 · ICE 625+LO380 · LO793 | 10:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 14h05 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 644 · ICE 625+LO378 · LO793 | 10:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 14h05 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 3 transfers | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Dortmund to Riga Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.
Cheap plane tickets from Dortmund to Riga can start from as little as $103 (€83) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Dortmund to Riga is $247 (€199) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Dortmund to Riga is 2h 5m to travel the 766 miles (1234 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Dortmund to Riga leaves at 5:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Dortmund to Riga leaves at 11:30 PM.
Flights from Dortmund to Riga generally leave from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Riga International Airport.Cologne Bonn Airport is 8 miles (13 km) away from Dortmund city centre and Riga International Airport is 0 miles (1 km) from Riga city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Dortmund to Riga is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Riga including taking a bus and flight.
Since both Dortmund and Riga are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is a time difference of 1 h between Dortmund and Riga all year round.
The best events to attend in Riga include:
- Jāņi, traditional midsummer festival celebrating the summer solstice
- Riga City Festival, annual celebration featuring concerts, exhibitions, and cultural events
- Riga Christmas Market, festive market offering local crafts and seasonal treats
- Art Nouveau Festival, celebration of the city's architectural heritage with guided tours and exhibitions.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Riga are:
- Riga Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its medieval architecture and cobblestone streets
- Riga Central Market, one of Europe's largest markets housed in former Zeppelin hangars offering local produce and goods
- St. Peter's Church, a historic church with a viewing platform providing panoramic views of the city
- Art Nouveau District, an area renowned for its extensive collection of Art Nouveau buildings and intricate facades
- Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum, showcasing traditional Latvian rural life with historic buildings and crafts.
The best holidays to experience in Riga include:
- Independence Day, national pride and celebrations in July
- Midsummer Day, traditional festivities and bonfires in June
- Easter, cultural traditions and springtime renewal in April
- Latvia's National Day, patriotic events and parades in November.
The best things to do in Riga include:
- Riga Cathedral, visit the largest medieval church in the Baltic states with its impressive organ and historical significance
- Latvian National Opera, enjoy a performance at this prestigious venue known for its high-quality productions
- Jurmala Beach, relax on the sandy shores of this popular seaside resort town near Riga
- Latvian National Museum of Art, explore a vast collection of Latvian and international art
- Kalnciema Quarter, experience a vibrant cultural hub with markets, concerts, and events.
The best season to visit Riga is Spring, Summer, or Fall. The best weather to explore Riga is during May-June or September-October.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Riga among Omio's users.
For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
Latvia uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. For travelers, card payments are widely accepted in cities and larger establishments, making them convenient for most purchases, while cash may be preferred in small towns, markets, or rural areas.
In Riga, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the Old Town and public transport. Common scams include overpriced taxi rides without meters and currency exchange fraud at unofficial exchange points. It's advised to use official taxis, avoid street money changers, and keep belongings secure in busy spots.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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Popular airports from Dortmund to Riga
Dortmund
Riga
Amenities at airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
A10, exit P133Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops in the terminal, including duty-free and local brands.
Parking
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance.
WC
- Available throughout the airport.
Shower
- Yes
Lounge
- VIP Lounge available, access with a fee or membership.
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the arrivals area.
Public transit options for Riga International Airport
- Bus: 22
- Minibus: 322
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