Are there direct flights from Zürich to Riga?

Direct flights from Zürich to Riga are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 13.7% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This data is based on observations from the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Zürich to Riga?

The typical direct flight from Zürich to Riga has a duration of approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. This covers an air distance of 1481 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median flight time increases to about 5 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their journey.

How much more do direct flights from Zürich to Riga cost?

Historically, direct flights from Zürich to Riga tend to be more expensive than connecting flights. Across the trailing 90 days, direct flights were approximately 13% more costly on average. The median price for a direct flight was $284, while connecting flights had a median price of $251. Direct flights constituted about 14.3% of the available options during this period.

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Zürich to Riga: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Riga

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Zürich to Riga, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $147. Other cost-effective options include February and October, both with median fares around $151. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.

Right now, fares for flights from Zürich to Riga typically range from $214 to $304, with a median price of $257. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, suggesting that while current prices are lower, exceptional deals are not prevalent.

Most itineraries for flights from Zürich to Riga involve at least one connection, with only 13.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights, you can expect to make one stopover. This means that while direct flights from Zürich to Riga are available, connecting flights are far more common.

A typical journey from Zürich to Riga takes approximately 5 hours and 0 minutes, including connections. This duration accounts for the common connecting itineraries on this route, providing a realistic expectation for your total travel time.

The route from Zürich to Riga covers a distance of 1481 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This distance is typical for journeys within Europe, often involving a single connection to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Riga

Regular price: CHF 111 - CHF 245

Prices for flights from Zurich to Riga are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 111 CHF to 245 CHF. The current lowest deal is 158 CHF with Air Baltic for travel from Nov 15-Nov 22.

now CHF 158

Low CHF 111

High CHF 245

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Riga

For flights from Zurich to Riga, November is the cheapest month with a median price of $147. The most expensive month to fly is March, with a median price of $288. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 147

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 288

Jan

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Jul

Aug

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Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Riga

Air Baltic

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Riga

Wed, Sep 16

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ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

easyJet UK

CHF 314

CHF 206

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 314

CHF 220

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 334

CHF 252

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 352

CHF 264

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 330

CHF 219

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

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ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 342

CHF 219

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

CHF 346 → CHF 201

42%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

CHF 342 → CHF 219

36%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

CHF 342 → CHF 220

36%

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

CHF 330 → CHF 219

34%

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Zürich - Riga route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to RIX are below the typical level, with a median price of $257.

📅 Best time to fly

November, February, and October are cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from ZRH to RIX are November ($147), February ($151), and October ($151).

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 5h 0m

The median flight duration from ZRH to RIX is 5h 0m, classifying this as a short-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 86.3% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Baltic offers direct flights

Air Baltic is an airline that offers direct flights on the ZRH to RIX route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from ZRH to RIX appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient option for flights to Riga, offering the cheapest available fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 142

Riga main airports to arrive at

Riga International (RIX)

Cheapest

Riga International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Zurich to Riga.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 142

Airports nearby Riga used as alternative

Kaunas (KUN)

Cheapest

Kaunas offers budget routes and schedules not available directly from Riga, primarily served by low-cost carriers.

📍 ~230 km from Riga (reachable by car, ~3 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 134

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Riga

Historically, the most favorable time to book flights from Zürich to Riga is typically 60+ days before departure, where the average price is around $198. Booking within 28-59 days of travel also presents a good value, with an average price of $240. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $292. This pattern is consistent across the trailing 90 days of flight data.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Riga is considered to be $214 or less. The median price for this route has been $257. Prices can range, with 75% of observed fares being $304 or less. Aiming for a price below $214 would place your booking in the more economical quartile of fares.

Historically, November stands out as the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Riga, with a median price of $147. February and October also offer competitive prices, both with a median of $151. These months are notably more affordable than the annual median price of $257 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value should consider these months based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Zürich to Riga: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Riga

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Riga

Regular price: CHF 111 - CHF 245

Prices for flights from Zurich to Riga are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 111 CHF to 245 CHF. The current lowest deal is 158 CHF with Air Baltic for travel from Nov 15-Nov 22.

now CHF 158

Low CHF 111

High CHF 245

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Riga

November

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 147

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 288

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Riga

Air Baltic

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Riga

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

easyJet UK

CHF 314

CHF 206

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 314

CHF 220

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 334

CHF 252

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 352

CHF 264

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 330

CHF 219

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Riga

Zürich (ZRH) - Riga (RIX)

Lufthansa

CHF 342

CHF 219

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

CHF 346 → CHF 201

42%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

CHF 342 → CHF 219

36%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

CHF 342 → CHF 220

36%

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

CHF 330 → CHF 219

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Riga

Zürich - Riga route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to RIX are below the typical level, with a median price of $257.

📅 Best time to fly

November, February, and October are cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from ZRH to RIX are November ($147), February ($151), and October ($151).

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 5h 0m

The median flight duration from ZRH to RIX is 5h 0m, classifying this as a short-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 86.3% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Baltic offers direct flights

Air Baltic is an airline that offers direct flights on the ZRH to RIX route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from ZRH to RIX appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient option for flights to Riga, offering the cheapest available fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 142

Riga main airports to arrive at

Riga International (RIX)

Cheapest

Riga International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Zurich to Riga.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 142

Airports nearby Riga used as alternative

Kaunas (KUN)

Cheapest

Kaunas offers budget routes and schedules not available directly from Riga, primarily served by low-cost carriers.

Riga, Latvia

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$876

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Riga

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Zürich to Riga: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Riga

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Riga

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Riga

Direct flights from Zürich to Riga

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Riga

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Riga

Zürich - Riga route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November, February, and October are cheapest

Flights typically take 5h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Baltic offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Zürich main airports to depart from

Riga main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Riga used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Riga

Best Elite deals to Riga

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Riga

When is the best time to book flights from Zürich to Riga?

How much should a flight from Zürich to Riga cost?

What's the best month to fly from Zürich to Riga?

Are there direct flights from Zürich to Riga?

How many hours is the flight from Zürich to Riga?

How much more do direct flights from Zürich to Riga cost?

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How much is a round trip from Zürich to Riga

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Riga

Direct flights from Zürich to Riga

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Riga

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Riga

Zürich - Riga route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November, February, and October are cheapest

Flights typically take 5h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Baltic offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Zürich main airports to depart from

Riga main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Riga used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Riga

Best Elite deals to Riga

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