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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.
Flights from Hamburg to Riga depart on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $111 (€92) but you can travel from only $78 (€64) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 600 miles (966 km) distance in 1h 40m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 600 miles (966 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€92) |
Flights per day 28 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 5:35 AM |
Last flight 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price
$352
Average price
$705
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Flights per day
23
Distance
966 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Hamburg to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Riga will cost around $705 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $352.
Of the 23 flights that leave Hamburg for Riga onSat, Jul 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct flights cover the 966 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the longest flights will take 4 h 55 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.
LO396 · LO781
LO396 · LO783
LH4223+
LH892
LO394 · LO783
SK650 · SK1644
BT252
SK646 · SK1642
LH35+
LH5896
SK652 · SK1644
LH2075+
LH4452Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 600 miles (966 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$240 Average price | $111 Average price Cheapest | $299 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 22m Average total duration 22h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Riga:
A bus is $129 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Riga costing on average $240 (€197).
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 52m.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Riga flights for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SK650 · SK1644 | 3:20 PM Hamburg Airport | 9h00 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK650 · SK1642 | 3:20 PM Hamburg Airport | 22h50 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4225+ LH892 | 6:00 PM Hamburg Airport | 4h20 | 11:20 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK652 · SK1644 | 7:20 PM Hamburg Airport | 5h00 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK652 · SK1642 | 7:20 PM Hamburg Airport | 18h50 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO394 · LO783 | 7:40 PM Hamburg Airport | 16h30 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO394 · LO793 | 7:40 PM Hamburg Airport | 4h40 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO394 · LO781 | 7:40 PM Hamburg Airport | 21h05 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
LH2075+ LH4452 | 6:10 AM Hamburg Airport | 4h55 | 12:05 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH31+ LH5896 | 6:30 AM Hamburg Airport | 5h30 | 1:00 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH31 · LH890 | 6:30 AM Hamburg Airport | 6h10 | 1:40 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO398 · LO783 | 7:10 AM Hamburg Airport | 5h00 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO398 · LO781 | 7:10 AM Hamburg Airport | 9h35 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH35 · LH890 | 7:30 AM Hamburg Airport | 5h10 | 1:40 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH35+ LH5896 | 7:30 AM Hamburg Airport | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK646 · SK1644 | 9:50 AM Hamburg Airport | 14h30 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK646 · SK1642 | 9:50 AM Hamburg Airport | 4h20 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO396 · LO781 | 11:25 AM Hamburg Airport | 5h20 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO396 · LO783 | 11:25 AM Hamburg Airport | 24h55 | 1:20 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2057+ LH4166+ AZ7868 | 12:15 PM Hamburg Airport | 9h45 | 11:00 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2059+ LH4166+ AZ7868 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Airport | 8h45 | 11:00 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2059 · LH113 · LH892 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Airport | 8h55 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4223+ LH892 | 3:00 PM Hamburg Airport | 7h10 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT252 | 3:10 PM Hamburg Airport | 1h40 | 5:50 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2061 · LH115 · LH892 | 3:15 PM Hamburg Airport | 6h55 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
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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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