How many flights from Vienna to Riga are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 16.8% of flights from Vienna to Riga were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Vienna to Riga?

The median direct flight from Vienna to Riga typically takes 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 1099 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 6 hours and 25 minutes. This difference highlights the impact of connections on overall travel time for this route.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Vienna to Riga?

Historically, good prices on flights from Vienna to Riga have been frequent. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive fares. Travelers can often find favorable pricing when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Vienna to Riga: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to Riga

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Vienna to Riga, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $165. Following closely, February offers a median fare of $169, and September presents a median of $175. These months represent the best opportunities for cost-effective travel on this route.

Fares for flights from Vienna to Riga typically range from $212 to $312, with a median price of $258. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Approximately 16% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal requires some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When flying from Vienna to Riga, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 16.8% of recent fares being direct flights. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This means you should generally expect a layover on this route.

A typical journey from Vienna to Riga takes approximately 5 hours, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making it important to factor in the total travel time when planning your trip.

The route from Vienna to Riga covers a distance of 1099 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a relatively quick journey, even with the typical connection.

How much is a round trip from Vienna to Riga

Regular price: €193 - €286

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

The regular price range for flights from Vienna to Riga is typically between 193 EUR and 286 EUR. Currently, the lowest deal found is 99 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 15-Oct 19.

now 99 €

Low 193 €

High 286 €

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Riga

The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Riga is January, with a median price of $165. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $258. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from 165 €

December

Most Expensive

Flights from 258 €

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Direct flights from Vienna to Riga

Air Baltic

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to Riga

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Riga

Vienna (VIE) - Riga (RIX)

Austrian Airlines

587 €

338 €

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Riga

Vienna (VIE) - Riga (RIX)

Air Baltic

625 €

363 €

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Riga

Vienna (VIE) - Riga (RIX)

Air Baltic

496 €

303 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Riga

Vienna (VIE) - Riga (RIX)

Scandinavian Airlines

223 €

147 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Riga

Vienna (VIE) - Riga (RIX)

Ryanair

253 €

167 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Riga

Vienna (VIE) - Riga (RIX)

Ryanair

198 €

132 €

One-way

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

1 night

Jul 27 - Jul 28

625 € → 363 €

42%

5 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 31

587 € → 338 €

43%

2 nights

Jul 29 - Jul 31

496 € → 303 €

39%

4 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 19

240 € → 99 €

59%

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to Riga

Vienna - Riga route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Vienna to Riga are around $99, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Riga, with a median price of $165.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 0m on average

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Vienna to Riga is 5 hours and 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

16.8% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 16.8% of flights from Vienna to Riga are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Baltic offers direct flights

Air Baltic has offered direct flights from Vienna to Riga recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Vienna to Riga appear frequently, offering good opportunities to book.

Vienna main airports to depart from

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Riga.

📍 ~19 km from Vienna city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$143

Riga main airports to arrive at

Riga International (RIX)

Cheapest

Riga International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Vienna to Riga.

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

💸 Flights from ~$143

Airports nearby Riga used as alternative

Kaunas (KUN)

Kaunas Airport is a useful alternative, especially if you are looking for budget airline options.

📍 ~220 km from Riga (reachable by direct bus or car)

💸 Flights from ~$167

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Riga

Historically, booking flights 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for the Vienna to Riga route. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was $188. In contrast, flights booked 0-6 days before departure averaged $295. For those booking 28-59 days out, the average price was $223, indicating that earlier booking generally leads to better value.

A good price for a flight from Vienna to Riga is typically considered to be $212 or less. Based on data from the trailing 90 days, the median price for this route was $258. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $312 or less.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Riga, with a median price of $165. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $169. While September had a median of $175, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, highlighting potential price fluctuations. The annual median price for this route is $258.

Vienna to Riga: Overview