- Must visit
Galleria Regionale della Sicilia - Palazzo Abatellis
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Riga to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Palermo will cost around £242 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £242.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 flights from Riga to Palermo, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 2238 km distance in an average of 19 h 45 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 19 h 45 m .
The slowest flights will take 19 h 45 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.

|
| ||||||||||||

|
| ||||||||||||
Flights from Riga to Palermo depart on average 34 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £228 but you can travel from only £168 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 21:00. The fastest flight covers the 2238 km distance in 3h 55m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2238 km |
Average flight duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £228 |
Flights per day 34 |
Fastest flight 3h 55m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Riga to Palermo.
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Palermo flights for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:05 Riga | 11h20 | 16:25 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Palermo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Palermo trip today.
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Archaeological museum with Greek, Roman and Etruscan finds, coins and sculpture. A strong choice for understanding Sicily’s ancient past.
Modern and contemporary art museum in a restored monastery complex. Visit for Italian art, changing exhibitions and a central historic setting.
Monumental square at the junction of Palermo’s historic main streets. A classic meeting point with theatrical Baroque façades and constant street life.
Elegant square beside Teatro Massimo, popular for strolling and people-watching. A useful base for exploring central Palermo on foot.
Historic market district with layered architecture, lively lanes and everyday city life. Best for atmosphere, street scenes and local character.
Fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic, especially beloved in Palermo for its hearty, portable character.
Soft sesame-topped roll stuffed with spleen and lung, often with ricotta or caciocavallo. A distinctive Palermo sandwich with deep working-class roots.
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, raisins and pine nuts. It captures Palermo’s Arab-Norman culinary heritage through sweet-savoury flavours.
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian seafood, pasta and Palermo classics in an elegant but relaxed historic-centre atmosphere.
Historic market stall famed for pane ca meusa and other Palermo street-food staples in a lively, no-frills setting.
Long-established informal spot known for arancine, panelle and other classic rosticceria specialities popular with locals.
Moderate for Italy: street food and buses are cheap, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Palermo Aeroporto railway station -> Palermo Centrale, Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Palermo by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Riga to Palermo flights use the Riga International Airport to Palermo Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Riga and Palermo airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Riga International Airport is 1 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Riga International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Riga International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Palermo Airport is 2 km from Palermo city centre. Public transport options include:
Palermo Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Palermo Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Palermo Airport: Elevators, ramps.
See which airports are used for flights between Riga and Palermo, including airport details.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need