Riga to Helsinki flight with Air Baltic

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Journey information

Overview: Riga to Helsinki flight

Latvia

Finland

Flights from Riga to Helsinki depart on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £31 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

Distance

361 km

Average flight duration

1h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

£41

Flights per day

Direct flights

Airlines

Fastest flight

1h 0m

Cheapest month to travel

November

First flight

05:00

Last flight

21:20

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

The cheapest and fastest flights from Riga to Helsinki

Showing times and prices for 21 Apr

Cheapest price

£285

Average price

£402

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

3 h 50 m

Flights per day

Distance

362 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Riga to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Riga to Helsinki will cost around £402 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £285.

Fast flights

Of the 2 flights that leave Riga for Helsinki every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 362 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .

The slowest flights will take 6 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

BT325

23:201h00

Riga International Airport (RIX)

00:20Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

£2851One-way

0 changes

D82116 · D82767

08:006h40

Riga International Airport (RIX)

14:40Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

£5181One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for Riga to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Riga to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg.

Compare flight with

Most popular Flight	Coach
£102 Average Price	£43 Average Price Cheapest
4h 6m average duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	9h 10m average duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions	0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Riga to Helsinki flight times

Showing flights for today, Sunday 20 April

Last updated at 16:09

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
BT307	16:40 Riga International Airport (RIX)	1h00	17:40 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)	0 changesdirect
AY1078	19:00 Riga International Airport (RIX)	1h10	20:10 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)	0 changesdirect
BT325	20:20 Riga International Airport (RIX)	1h00	21:20 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)	0 changesdirect
Monday 21 April
D82116 · D82767	05:00 Riga International Airport (RIX)	6h40	11:40 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)	1 change
This is the last flight of the day.

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Riga to Helsinki?

The best time to book your flight from Riga to Helsinki is 56 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Riga to Helsinki route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Riga to Helsinki per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Riga to Helsinki.

Flights

from £42

Coaches

from £32

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FAQs: Riga to Helsinki flights

FAQs: Take a flight from Riga to Helsinki hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Riga to Helsinki.

Cheap plane tickets from Riga to Helsinki can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Riga to Helsinki is £63; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The flight time between Riga and Helsinki is on average 1 h for the 224 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Helsinki from Riga by flight can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The earliest flight from Riga to Helsinki leaves at 05: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Riga to Helsinki leaves at 23: 20.

Yes, there are 6 direct flights a day from Riga to Helsinki with Air Baltic. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.

For the best Riga to Helsinki flight to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Air Baltic, Finnair or Norwegian Air. However, it's always good to check all possible airlines with services between Riga and Helsinki to compare what amenities they may offer.

Flights from Riga to Helsinki generally leave from Riga International Airport and arrive in Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

Riga International Airport is 10 km away from Riga city centre and Helsinki Vantaa Airport is 20.6 km from Helsinki city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Riga to Helsinki by plane is May.

You have options as you can travel between Riga and Helsinki 2 different ways: coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Riga and Helsinki

Riga

Helsinki

The major airport for departures in Riga is Riga International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Riga International Airport for your trip from Riga to Helsinki.

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