How to get to Milan from Riga

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Compare coach and flight for Riga to Milan

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Riga to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £139 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £139, while a flight costs an average of £442.

Distance: 1639 km

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£442

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£139

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£366

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5h 58m

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36h 19m

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22h 41m

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Compare ways to travel from Riga to Milan

Compare the available ways to get from Riga to Milan, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Milan is a coach with an average price of £139.

This is compared to other travel options from Riga to Milan:

A coach is £304 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Milan costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Coach takes on average 36h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Riga and Milan including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 18h 43m sooner (3h 58m by flight vs 22h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £442 compared to roughly £366 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Riga to Milan

How to get to Milan from Riga by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Riga to Milan is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Malta AirFR 9617
    9:502h50
    Riga International Airport
    11:40Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    £411One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 9617
    9:502h50
    Riga International Airport
    11:40Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    £411One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Air BalticBT629
    11:402h45
    Riga International Airport
    13:25Milan Malpensa Airport
    £1381One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:0042h55
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    20:55Milano, Milan Linate Airport
    £1061One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:5038h15
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    23:05Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    £1071One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:5045h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    5:50Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    £1091One-way
    2 changes
  • BuzzFR 4715
    15:352h50
    Riga International Airport
    17:25Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    £471One-way
    0 changes
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO782 · LO317
    18:4016h05
    Riga International Airport
    9:45Milan Malpensa Airport
    £1451One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO784 · LO317
    13:5020h55
    Riga International Airport
    9:45Milan Malpensa Airport
    £1451One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Milan by train

The most popular day trips by train from Milan are Como, Bergamo, Turin, Verona and Genoa. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Milan on Omio.

A view of Como

Day trip from Milan to Como by train

Why visit Como for the day?

Como sits at the southern tip of Lake Como, where elegant streets meet a busy waterfront and steep green hills. Known for silk, historic churches and graceful villas, it feels polished yet relaxed.

A view of Bergamo

Day trip from Milan to Bergamo by train

Why visit Bergamo for the day?

Bergamo is best known for the walled Città Alta, where medieval streets and piazzas overlook the plain below. The lower town adds a busier modern rhythm, giving the city a distinctly two-layered character.

A view of Turin

Day trip from Milan to Turin by train

Why visit Turin for the day?

Turin is known for its baroque architecture, Savoy legacy and Fiat-linked industrial past. The city feels refined yet grounded, with notable museums, football culture and a café scene shaped by chocolate and vermouth.

A view of Verona

Day trip from Milan to Verona by train

Why visit Verona for the day?

Verona is known for its Roman Arena and its association with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Its compact historic centre blends medieval streets, piazzas and river views with a calm, cultured feel.

A view of Genoa

Day trip from Milan to Genoa by train

Why visit Genoa for the day?

Genoa is a historic Ligurian port known for its maritime past, grand palaces and maze-like old town. Its busy harbour, seafood culture and weathered elegance give the city a distinctly seafaring feel.

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FAQs: Riga to Milan

Travel to Milan easily. 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 Milan.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Riga and Milan including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Milan is a coach with an average price of £139.

This is compared to other travel options from Riga to Milan:

A coach is £304 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Milan costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Coach takes on average 36h 19m.

The Riga to Milan distance is approximately 1639 km.
The average frequency per day from Riga to Milan is:
  • Around 37 flights per day.
  • Around 11 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Riga and Milan as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Riga to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Riga International Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Riga to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Milan by coach.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Buzz, Air Baltic, Ryanair, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, El Al, Finnair, Turkish Airlines, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Milan by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Riga to Milan:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Buzz, Air Baltic, Ryanair, ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Riga to Milan often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rome, Venice, Como, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milan and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Riga to Milan, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Milan, you can visit the Duomo di Milano, an iconic Gothic cathedral known for its intricate facade and panoramic rooftop views. Explore Leonardo da Vinci's renowned mural, The Last Supper, at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Stroll through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a historic shopping arcade with luxury boutiques and elegant architecture. Discover Sforza Castle, a Renaissance fortress housing museums and art collections, or relax in Sempione Park, a spacious green area perfect for leisurely walks and picnics. Additionally, experience world-class performances at Teatro alla Scala, famed for its exceptional acoustics.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Milan's main attractions, including the Duomo, Sforza Castle, and The Last Supper.

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