Cheap Flights from Riga to Helsinki

Cheapest flights from Riga to Helsinki

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 Riga to Helsinki. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$37

airBaltic

Direct flight

1 hour

11/19/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Riga to Helsinki departs on 11/19/2026, is operated by airBaltic and costs $37

Cheapest round trip flight

$88

airBaltic

Direct flight

2 hours

12/16/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Riga to Helsinki departs on 12/16/2026, is operated by airBaltic and costs $88

The fastest flight

1 hour

Fastest flight from Riga to Helsinki takes 1 hour

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:20 AM

Latest flight

11:40 PM

Average flight duration

1h 10m

Direct flights count

70

Distance

361km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Riga and Helsinki is 361km (224 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 10m. There are 70 direct flights from Riga to Helsinki. Riga and Helsinki are in the same time zone. Flights from Riga begin at 7:20 AM. The latest flight from Riga departs at 11:40 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Riga to Helsinki by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Riga to Helsinki is $37 (December 2026), while the maximum is $52 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $38–$41.

December 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$37

October 2026

Highest price

on average:

$52

Avg Price

Price dynamics

The price trend from Riga to Helsinki resembles a smile: costs drop, bottom out, then recover. Knowing this, you can pick dates with the best prices.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Prices fall from October 2026 to December 2026 (29%), then rise from December 2026 to January 2027 (+3%). The best period is December 2026–January 2027 ($37), the most expensive is October 2026–November 2026 ($45).

Best time to buy

The best time to buy is December 2026–January 2027, when prices are at their lowest. This can save you up to 17% compared to the expensive months (October 2026–November 2026).

Price predictability

Monthly price variation is 15.1%. On this route, your departure date noticeably affects the cost, and choosing wisely can lead to real savings.

Airlines operating on route

The Riga — Helsinki route is served by a wide range of airlines: 5 in total, including airBaltic, Norwegian Air International, Ryanair, Finnair, and Nordic Regional Airline. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $37. 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.

airBaltic

starting at $37

Norwegian Air International

starting at $39

Ryanair

starting at $55

Finnair

starting at $63

Nordic Regional Airline

starting at $68

Non-stop flights from Riga to Helsinki

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Riga to Helsinki, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

11/19/2026

Departure

Direct flight

BT307

starting at $37

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

11/18/2026

Departure

Direct flight

BT325

starting at $37

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

11/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

BT325

starting at $37

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

12/18/2026

Departure

Direct flight

BT325

starting at $37

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

03/13/2027

Departure

Direct flight

BT325

starting at $37

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

03/14/2027

Departure

Direct flight

BT305

starting at $37

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

03/15/2027

Departure

Direct flight

BT307

starting at $37

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

11/16/2026

Departure

Direct flight

BT325

starting at $40

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

12/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

BT301

starting at $45

Riga — Helsinki

RIX — HEL

11/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

BT301

starting at $46

Schedule of direct flights from Riga to Helsinki

A few airlines fly the Riga — Helsinki route, but only one operates daily: airBaltic flies every day. Finnair flies every day except Saturday.

airBaltic

Every day

starting at $40

Finnair

Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $122

Riga airports overview

Riga International Airport

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RIX

Serves Riga and Latvia as the main international gateway, offering frequent connections across the Baltics and Europe. Compact terminal with rail and bus links to the city center and nearby car rental and ground-transport options.

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Helsinki airports overview

Helsinki-Vantaa Airport

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HEL

5km

Helsinki's main international gateway serving domestic and long‑haul routes across Europe and Asia, with fast train and bus links to the city center and a range of passenger services.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Riga to Helsinki?

The cheapest flight ticket from Riga to Helsinki according to data for the last 48 hours costs $37

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Riga — Helsinki?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Riga to Helsinki is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Riga to Helsinki?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Riga to Helsinki can be found flying in these months: December, January, November.

How long does it take to fly from Riga to Helsinki?

The fastest flights from Riga to Helsinki start from 1 hour in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Riga to Helsinki?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Riga — Helsinki: airBaltic

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Riga to Helsinki

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Riga to Helsinki

Alternative routes

Gdansk ➜ Helsinki•Helsinki ➜ Helsinki•Kaliningrad ➜ Helsinki•Kaunas ➜ Helsinki•Minsk ➜ Helsinki•Pskov ➜ Helsinki•Turku ➜ Helsinki•Tallinn ➜ Helsinki•Vilnius ➜ Helsinki•Riga ➜ Jyvaskyla•Riga ➜ Kuopio•Riga ➜ Saint Petersburg•Riga ➜ Pskov•Riga ➜ Turku•Riga ➜ Tallinn•Riga ➜ Tampere

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Cheapest one way flight

$37

airBaltic

Direct flight

1 hour

11/19/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Riga to Helsinki departs on 11/19/2026, is operated by airBaltic and costs $37

Cheapest round trip flight

$88

airBaltic

Direct flight

2 hours

12/16/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Riga to Helsinki departs on 12/16/2026, is operated by airBaltic and costs $88

The fastest flight