airBaltic
Su, Mo, We, and Th
starting at $106
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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, Wednesday, and Thursday.
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airBaltic
Su, Mo, We, and Th
starting at $106
Budapest — Riga
08/24/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $390
Budapest — Riga
08/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $228
Budapest — Riga
08/31/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $231
Budapest — Riga
09/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $161
Budapest — Riga
09/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $177
Budapest — Riga
09/14/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $248
Budapest — Riga
09/20/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $141
Budapest — Riga
09/24/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $213
Budapest — Riga
10/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $142
Budapest — Riga
10/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BT492
starting at $142
starting at $104
starting at $62
starting at $63
starting at $72
starting at $138
The Budapest — Riga route is served by a wide range of airlines: 5 in total, including airBaltic, Wizz Air, Norwegian Air International, Ryanair, and LOT Polish Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $62. 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 one-way flight from Budapest to Riga departs on 09/23/2026, is operated by Wizz Air and costs $62
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Budapest to Riga departs on 09/26/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $150
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 1105km (685 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 55m. There are 5 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 3:00 PM
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.
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.
The cheapest flight ticket from Budapest to Riga according to data for the last 48 hours costs $62
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: October, September, November.
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 minimum one-way ticket price from Budapest to Riga is $56 (October 2026), while the maximum is $117 (June 2027). On average, a ticket costs $69–$77.
The price trend from Budapest to Riga resembles a smile: costs drop, bottom out, then recover. Knowing this, you can pick dates with the best prices.
Prices fall from August 2026 to October 2026 (19%), then rise from October 2026 to June 2027 (+109%). The best period is September 2026–October 2026 ($58), the most expensive is December 2026–June 2027 ($108).
The best time to buy is September 2026–October 2026, when prices are at their lowest. This can save you up to 46% compared to the expensive months (December 2026–June 2027).
Monthly price variation is 29.7%. On this route, your departure date noticeably affects the cost, and choosing wisely can lead to real savings.
