Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tallinn Airport (TLL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Tallinn's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
Flights from RIX to TLL start at 07:25 — the earliest with Air Baltic. The latest departure is at 23:30 with Air Baltic. Overall, you can take your pick of 331 weekly Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport flights.
Your RIX to TLL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Air Baltic is your ticket to exploring Tallinn (and perhaps some other great corners of Estonia!). Browse the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air Baltic.
Air Baltic is the most punctual carrier offering RIX to TLL flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between RIX and TLL include:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
Rs12,156 is the best price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs25,811. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from RIX to TLL, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RIX to TLL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Tallinn Airport (TLL)
Book a hotel near TLL if you're taking a late Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tallinn Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Sixt or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tallinn and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tallinn Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to central Tallinn
Tallinn Airport to the centre of Tallinn has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Tallinn in January.
The warmest month in Tallinn is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from RIX to TLL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of Estonia
You've visited Tallinn, now it's time to explore more of Estonia. Journey about 161 kilometres south-east to Tartu to tick off its top sights. From Tartu University Botanical Garden to Tartu Town Hall Square and Tartu Cathedral (Tartu toomkirik), your itinerary will be busy.
Narva is another must-experience destination in Estonia and is around 193 kilometres east of Tallinn. No trip is complete without a visit to Joaoru – Eesti suurim kuiv jõeorg, Carl Linnè ürdiaed and Skateboard Park.