What percentage of Riga to Athens flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 12.3% of flights from Riga to Athens are direct. When a direct option is not available, flights typically involve one stopover. Travelers should consider this percentage when planning their journey and evaluating flight options.

How long is the flight from Riga to Athens?

The typical direct flight from Riga to Athens has a duration of 3 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 2111 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically average around 7 hours and 40 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

Should I set a price alert for Riga to Athens flights?

Historically, flight deals for the Riga to Athens route are classified as frequent. This suggests that prices for this route tend to fluctuate, making it beneficial to monitor them. Setting a price alert could help travelers secure a better deal as prices change over time.

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October 5 - October 14

Cheapest

RIX - Athens

382 €

130 €

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September 4 - September 15

RIX - Athens

380 €

138 €

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September 5 - September 16

RIX - Athens

381 €

142 €

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September 5 - September 15

RIX - Athens

386 €

143 €

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September 1 - September 9

Earliest

RIX - Athens

400 €

144 €

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September 14 - September 28

RIX - Athens

385 €

146 €

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September 1 - September 15

Best

Earliest

RIX - Athens

374 €

146 €

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October 6 - October 15

RIX - Athens

382 €

146 €

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October 15 - October 20

Best

RIX - Athens

400 €

147 €

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October 13 - October 20

Best

RIX - Athens

393 €

147 €

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Riga to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Riga to Athens

Flights from Riga to Athens cover a distance of 2111 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short hop but typically doesn't involve the extensive travel times of long-haul international flights. Understanding this distance helps set expectations for overall travel time and potential layovers.

When looking for cheap flights from Riga to Athens, fares typically range from $199–$287, with a median price of $243. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 66% of recent fares observed were classified as a good price, indicating that favorable deals are often available despite current pricing trends. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Riga to Athens, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $129. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $170. Following these, September provides another opportunity for lower costs, showing a median fare of $205.

For this route, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 12.3% of recent fares being direct flights from Riga to Athens. When connections are involved, the median number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options exist, you will likely encounter itineraries with at least one stop.

A typical journey from Riga to Athens, including connections, takes approximately 7 hours and 55 minutes. This duration accounts for the common connecting itineraries on this route. Given that most flights involve at least one stopover, this total travel time reflects the reality of navigating the route with layovers.

How much is a round trip from Riga to Athens

Regular price: €312 - €722

Prices for flights from Riga to Athens are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 312 EUR to 722 EUR. The current lowest deal is 130 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 5 to Oct 14.

now 130 €

Low 312 €

High 722 €

The cheapest time to fly from Riga to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Riga to Athens is February, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $363. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 129 €

March

Most Expensive

Flights from 363 €

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Direct flights from Riga to Athens

Aegean Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Riga to Athens

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

RIX - Athens

Riga (RIX) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

482 €

224 €

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

RIX - Athens

Riga (RIX) - Athens (ATH)

Lufthansa

539 €

269 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RIX - Athens

Riga (RIX) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

356 €

155 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RIX - Athens

Riga (RIX) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

356 €

167 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RIX - Athens

Riga (RIX) - Athens (ATH)

Aegean Airlines

382 €

182 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

RIX - Athens

Riga (RIX) - Athens (ATH)

Norwegian Air Sweden

555 €

199 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riga to Athens

2 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 12

625 € → 175 €

72%

3 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 14

619 € → 172 €

72%

2 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 13

625 € → 180 €

71%

3 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 15

626 € → 194 €

69%

Popular Airports to fly from Riga to Athens

Riga - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Riga to Athens are below the typical level, with 66% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Riga to Athens, with a median price of $129.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 55m

The median flight duration from Riga to Athens is 7 hours and 55 minutes, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 1 stopover being the median for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights

Aegean Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights from Riga to Athens.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Riga to Athens appear frequently, offering good opportunities for savings.

Riga main airports to depart from

Riga International (RIX)

Cheapest

Riga International Airport (RIX) is a convenient departure point for flights to Athens.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Riga to Athens.

📍 ~25 km from Athens city center (reachable by metro, suburban rail, or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International (KLX) is a useful alternative with reliable road access via the A7 highway.

📍 ~135 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$281

Nea Anchialos National (VOL)

Nea Anchialos National (VOL) is a mainland alternative accessible by car or bus from Athens.

📍 ~175 km from Athens (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$405

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Mykonos Island National (JMK) is a major international hub with extensive European connections.

📍 ~170 km from Athens (requires a ferry or domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$241

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR) is a busy airport with diverse international routes, good for long-haul connectivity.

📍 ~205 km from Athens (requires sea or air transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Araxos (GPA)

Araxos (GPA) is a mainland airport serving the Peloponnese region, reachable by road from Athens.

📍 ~180 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$266

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Riga to Athens is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $206. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $299. For those planning ahead, booking at least two months in advance generally yields better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Riga to Athens is considered a good deal if it costs $199 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $243. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $287 or less. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the $199 threshold can help secure a favorable price.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Riga to Athens are February and January, with median prices of $129 and $170 respectively. September also shows a relatively lower median price of $205. The annual median price for this route is $243, indicating that flying in these months can offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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