airBaltic
Su, Mo, and Th
starting at $150
Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Budapest to Riga. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Budapest to Riga, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The only airline operating direct flights from Budapest to Riga is airBaltic. Flights operate on Sunday, Monday, and Thursday.
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airBaltic
Su, Mo, and Th
starting at $150
Budapest is mainly served by Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), the country’s primary international hub handling most long-haul and European flights and a mix of legacy and low-cost carriers. Located about 16 km southeast of the city centre, transfer options typically include the 100E airport bus (roughly 35–45 minutes to central Pest, with a dedicated fare), regular local buses and metro connections (similar journey times, lower fares), taxis or app-based rides (25–40 minutes depending on traffic, higher cost) and private shuttles. Pros: straightforward layout and frequent connections to the city; cons: peak-hour congestion and occasional extra charges for low-cost add-ons. Travelers can usually expect a wide range of ticket prices depending on carrier and season.
The minimum one-way ticket price from Budapest to Riga is $75 (June 2026), while the maximum is $140 (March 2027). On average, a ticket costs $111–$120.
Flight costs for Budapest — Riga fluctuate noticeably — prices go up and down. There's no clear trend, but we've analyzed the data and found some benchmarks.
Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is May 2026–June 2026 — averaging $87. The most expensive is July 2026–August 2026 ($123). The difference reaches 29%.
With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is May 2026–June 2026, where you can save up to 29%.
Price spread on this route is 18.7%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.
Riga International Airport (RIX) is Latvia’s main international gateway and typically functions as the country’s premium hub for both full-service and low-cost carriers, with airBaltic and several budget airlines commonly operating there. Located about 10 km (roughly 20–30 minutes by car) from the city centre, the airport is usually reached by taxi, ride-hailing services, bus routes (30–40 minutes) and occasional shuttle options; fares can commonly range from modest bus ticket prices to higher taxi rates depending on time and demand. Pros include a compact terminal that can make transfers straightforward and a good mix of carrier choices; cons can include seasonal crowding and fewer long-haul nonstop options compared with larger regional hubs.
Budapest — Riga
07/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $200
Budapest — Riga
05/28/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $304
Budapest — Riga
05/31/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $242
Budapest — Riga
06/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $283
Budapest — Riga
06/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $338
Budapest — Riga
06/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $163
Budapest — Riga
06/14/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $305
Budapest — Riga
06/18/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $175
Budapest — Riga
06/21/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $212
Budapest — Riga
06/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $182
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The Budapest — Riga route is served by a wide range of airlines: 7 in total, including airBaltic, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Buzz, LC Busre SAC, Norwegian Air International, and LOT Polish Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $69. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
The cheapest flight ticket from Budapest to Riga according to data for the last 48 hours costs $69
Often the best time to buy tickets from Budapest to Riga is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Budapest to Riga can be found flying in these months: June, May, September.
The fastest flights from Budapest to Riga start from 1 hour 55 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Budapest — Riga: airBaltic
The cheapest one-way flight from Budapest to Riga departs on 06/15/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $69
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Budapest to Riga departs on 08/29/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $144
Fastest flight from Budapest to Riga takes 1h 55m
There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Su, Mo, We, and Th
The distance between Budapest and Riga is 1099km (681 miles). The average flight duration is 5h 35m. There are 2 direct flights from Budapest to Riga. The time difference between Budapest and Riga is 1h. Flights from Budapest begin at 8:35 AM. The latest flight from Budapest departs at 1:55 PM
