Travelling from Vilnius International Airport (VNO) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Vilnius.
Every week, there are 238 Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 05:30 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:40 with Air Baltic.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your VNO to RIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Baltic is your ticket to exploring Riga (and perhaps some other great parts of Latvia!). Check out the direct flights from Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport offered by this airline.
Air Baltic is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 79.2% of services landing on schedule, Air Baltic is the most punctual carrier offering VNO to RIX flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vilnius International Airport (VNO) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Rs10,629 is the best price for a one-way Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs20,829. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from VNO to RIX by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vilnius International Airport, data shows 77.51% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Vilnius International Airport from central Vilnius, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near VNO:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RIX if you have a late Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Riga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and venture far and wide through Riga and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Riga International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Vilnius International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you want to go to Riga during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from VNO to RIX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of Latvia
You've seen Riga, now it's time to discover more of Latvia. Travel about 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to tick off its must-visit sights. From Parks to Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Latvia, head for Jelgava, about 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā are key highlights.