- Must visit
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 London to Riga depart on average 54 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1041 miles (1676 km) distance in 2h 30m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1041 miles (1676 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Flights per day 54 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 2h 30m |
First flight 12:20 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price
$293
Average price
$736
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Flights per day
48
Distance
1676 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Riga will cost around $736 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $293.
Of the 48 flights that leave London for Riga onSat, Jul 18, 4 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 1676 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the longest flights will take 4 h 15 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.
FR 2642
FR 1137
D84456 · D82029
BA2240
SK506 · SK1644
FR 2642
FR 1137
BA2240
BT652
SN2104+
SN4007Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $39, and a bus costs an average of $114.
Distance: 1041 miles (1676 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$198 Average price Cheapest | $209 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 40h 32m Average total duration 40h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
5.0 - 10.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Riga:
A flight is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Riga costing on average $209 (€172).
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 40h 2m.
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH909 · LH892 | 3:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h50 | 11:20 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK506 · SK1642 | 5:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 20h10 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK506 · SK1644 | 5:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h20 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
D83525 · D82063 | 5:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 4h45 | 11:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT654 | 5:20 PM London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 10:00 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA2242 | 5:20 PM London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 10:00 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
SK810 · SK9614 | 5:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 15h10 | 10:40 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK528 · SK9600 | 6:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h50 | 10:55 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO781 | 6:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 21h35 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO793 | 6:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h10 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO783 | 6:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h00 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK1516 · SK1644 | 6:40 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h40 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK1516 · SK1642 | 6:40 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h30 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH919 · LH94+ LH4452 | 7:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h35 | 12:05 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
SK1508 · SK1642 | 7:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h40 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS338+ OS7027 | 7:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h20 | 11:50 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK1508 · SK1644 | 7:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK812 · SK9614 | 7:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 12h50 | 10:40 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 2914 | 7:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 2h35 | 12:25 AM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX339+ LX4310 | 8:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h40 | 12:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1378+ BA6004 · BA6028 | 9:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h50 | 5:50 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
SK534 · SK9600 | 9:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 11h50 | 10:55 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1380+ BA6028 · BA6004 | 10:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h35 | 5:50 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
FR 1137 | 6:15 AM London Stansted Airport | 2h30 | 10:45 AM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LO286 · LO783 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h40 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO286 · LO781 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h15 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH890+ LH4233 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h10 | 1:40 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK500 · SK1642 | 6:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h30 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK500 · SK1644 | 6:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 16h40 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK1530 · SK9606 | 6:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 13h45 | 10:25 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2104+ SN4007 | 6:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h15 | 1:05 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA6036 · BA6028 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h20 | 5:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ221+ AZ7312 · AZ4800 | 8:55 AM London City Airport | 12h15 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ221+ AZ7310 · AZ4800 | 8:55 AM London City Airport | 12h15 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA2240 | 9:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 1:50 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BT652 | 9:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 1:50 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH901 · LH890 | 9:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 25h55 | 1:25 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK502 · SK1644 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 13h00 | 1:20 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO282 · LO781 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h25 | 5:45 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA6032 · BA6028 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 5:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK502 · SK1642 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 26h50 | 3:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO282 · LO783 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 24h50 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ203+ AZ7294 · AZ4800 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h40 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ203 · AZ404+ AZ4800 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h40 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ203 · LH5101+ LH892 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h40 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
SK804 · SK9616 | 10:35 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h20 | 10:55 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH236+ AZ7868+ LH4227 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h30 | 11:00 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ227 · AZ2061+ AZ7868 | 12:10 PM London City Airport | 8h50 | 11:00 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ227 · AZ2071+ AZ7868 | 12:10 PM London City Airport | 8h50 | 11:00 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS334 · OS215+ LH892 | 12:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 8h50 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH892+ LH4229 | 1:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h40 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2475 · LH115 · LH892 | 1:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h35 | 11:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
D84456 · D82029 | 1:40 PM London Gatwick Airport | 18h50 | 10:30 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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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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