- Must visit
Latvian National Museum of Art
Latvia’s main art museum, housing major Baltic and Latvian collections in a landmark historic building.
Flights from Vilnius International Airport to Riga depart on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:35, the last at 19:35. The fastest flight covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 50m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Flights per day 20 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 2:35 AM |
Last flight 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$962
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Flights per day
30
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Vilnius International Airport to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius International Airport to Riga will cost around $962 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 30 flights that leave Vilnius International Airport for Riga onMon, Jun 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct flights cover the 266 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the longest flights will take 5 h 20 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.
BT350
BT342
BT348
BT344
BT901 · BT318
BT344
BT342
BT348
BT350
KL2844 · KL3091Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vilnius International Airport to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $28.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 14m Average total duration 15h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vilnius International Airport to Riga:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vilnius International Airport to Riga costing on average $29 (€24).
A bus is $106 (€87) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vilnius International Airport to Riga costing on average $126 (€103).
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 53m.
Train takes on average 15h 44m.
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius International Airport to Riga flights for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL2840 · KL3093 | 2:10 PM Vilnius International Airport | 8h05 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2840 · KL3091 | 2:10 PM Vilnius International Airport | 23h00 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2840 · KL2835 | 2:10 PM Vilnius International Airport | 27h05 | 5:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT344 | 3:15 PM Vilnius International Airport | 0h50 | 4:05 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF4964+ AF1851+ AF7982 | 3:55 PM Vilnius International Airport | 21h35 | 1:30 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL8637+ KL1266+ KL3091 | 3:55 PM Vilnius International Airport | 21h15 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL8637+ KL1276+ KL3091 | 3:55 PM Vilnius International Airport | 21h15 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF4964+ AF1051+ AF7982 | 3:55 PM Vilnius International Airport | 21h35 | 1:30 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL8637 · KL2853+ KL3091 | 3:55 PM Vilnius International Airport | 21h15 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7987 · AF7982 | 5:35 PM Vilnius International Airport | 19h55 | 1:30 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7987 · AF7984 | 5:35 PM Vilnius International Airport | 29h15 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT348 | 9:30 PM Vilnius International Airport | 0h50 | 10:20 PM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BT905 · BT1362 | 11:00 PM Vilnius International Airport | 7h30 | 6:30 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT905 · BT362 | 11:00 PM Vilnius International Airport | 7h25 | 6:25 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT905 · BT318 | 11:00 PM Vilnius International Airport | 23h30 | 10:30 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT905 · BT316 | 11:00 PM Vilnius International Airport | 19h35 | 6:35 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT905 · BT312 | 11:00 PM Vilnius International Airport | 11h10 | 10:10 AM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT905 · BT314 | 11:00 PM Vilnius International Airport | 15h50 | 2:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
BT350 | 5:35 AM Vilnius International Airport | 0h50 | 6:25 AM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1274+ KL3093+ KL8633 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h00 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1751+ AF7984+ AF5168 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h35 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1272+ KL3093+ KL8633 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h00 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7984+ AF5168+ AF4581 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h35 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3093+ KL2855 · KL8633 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h00 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1151+ AF7984+ AF5168 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h35 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL2835+ KL8633+ KL2857 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 11h00 | 5:15 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3093+ KL2857+ KL8633 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h00 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7984+ AF5168+ AF4583 | 6:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 16h35 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7987 · AF7984 | 7:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 15h35 | 10:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7987+ AF1070+ AF4629 | 7:15 AM Vilnius International Airport | 13h55 | 9:10 PM Riga International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL2844 · KL2835 | 7:50 AM Vilnius International Airport | 9h25 | 5:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2844 · KL3093 | 7:50 AM Vilnius International Airport | 14h25 | 10:15 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2844 · KL3091 | 7:50 AM Vilnius International Airport | 5h20 | 1:10 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT901 · BT318 | 8:55 AM Vilnius International Airport | 13h35 | 10:30 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT901 · BT316 | 8:55 AM Vilnius International Airport | 9h40 | 6:35 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT901 · BT314 | 8:55 AM Vilnius International Airport | 5h55 | 2:50 PM Riga International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BT342 | 9:20 AM Vilnius International Airport | 0h50 | 10:10 AM Riga International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Latvia’s main art museum, housing major Baltic and Latvian collections in a landmark historic building.
Important museum documenting Latvia under Soviet and Nazi occupation through exhibits, testimonies, and archives.
Fine arts museum in a grand Venetian-style former stock exchange, known for European and Asian art collections.
Riga’s historic center with cobbled lanes, medieval squares, churches, and the city’s densest concentration of landmarks.
The city’s most famous Art Nouveau street, especially popular for architecture walks and social media photography.
One of the main public squares in Old Riga, framed by historic buildings and anchored by Riga Cathedral.
Grey peas cooked and served with fried bacon and onions, one of Latvia’s most iconic traditional dishes, especially common in winter and at festive meals.
A traditional Latvian pie with rye pastry filled with potato and carrot, protected as a traditional specialty and strongly associated with western Latvia.
Cold pink soup made with beetroot, kefir, cucumber, herbs, and usually egg, very popular in summer across Riga and Latvia.
One of Riga’s best-known fine dining restaurants, celebrated for refined cuisine, elegant service, and long-standing international reputation.
A famous cellar tavern known for Latvian food, local beer, live folk music, and an authentic rustic setting.
A popular modern Latvian restaurant serving updated national dishes in a cozy, central setting with strong local identity.
Generally moderate by European standards. Old Town dining costs more, while local cafes and transit stay fairly affordable.
Service is usually included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small tips for taxis are optional; tipping in cafes is not expected.
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