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Cheapest return flight
£74
Typical prices: £85-£162
airBaltic
Mon 10/12Fri 14/12
RIX - HEL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£33
Typical prices: £48-£104
airBaltic
Mon 1/1
RIX - HEL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Finnair and airBaltic. Average duration is 1h 09m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Riga to Helsinki (RIX-HEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Riga to Helsinki

Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
airBaltic Logo
23:40 - 00:40RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 00mdirect
airBaltic Logo
21:35 - 22:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 00mdirect
£74airBaltic
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
airBaltic Logo
07:20 - 08:20RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 00mdirect
airBaltic Logo
21:35 - 22:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 00mdirect
£80airBaltic
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 20:55RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 00mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:05 - 16:00HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
18h 55m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
£82Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Finnair Logo
09:05 - 10:20RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 15mdirect
Finnair Logo
07:30 - 08:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 05mdirect
£85Finnair
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Finnair Logo
09:05 - 10:20RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 15mdirect
Finnair Logo
07:30 - 08:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 05mdirect
£86Finnair
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Finnair Logo
09:05 - 10:20RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 15mdirect
Finnair Logo
07:30 - 08:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 05mdirect
£86Finnair
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Finnair Logo
22:10 - 23:25RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 15mdirect
Finnair Logo
07:30 - 08:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 05mdirect
£87Finnair
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Finnair Logo
22:10 - 23:25RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 15mdirect
Finnair Logo
07:30 - 08:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 05mdirect
£89Finnair
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
airBaltic Logo
19:55 - 20:55RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 00mdirect
airBaltic Logo
05:30 - 06:30HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 00mdirect
£91airBaltic
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
airBaltic Logo
07:20 - 08:20RIX  Riga Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
1h 00mdirect
airBaltic Logo
21:35 - 22:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-RIX Riga Intl
1h 00mdirect
£92airBaltic
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Riga to Helsinki flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Riga to Helsinki?

Return flights from Riga to Helsinki typically range from £85 to £162. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £74 on airBaltic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riga to Helsinki?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riga to Helsinki. It's 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Riga to Helsinki?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Riga to Helsinki at £86 return.
•May (£211) and June (£153) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 143% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Riga to Helsinki

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Finnair

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Key details for Riga to Helsinki flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£33
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Riga to Helsinki

When to book flights from Riga to Helsinki

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Riga to Helsinki based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Riga to Helsinki flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Riga to Helsinki?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Riga to Helsinki:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:20 and lands at 08:29
    • Latest: departs at 23:40 and lands at 00:49.

    The flight takes about 1h 09m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Riga to Helsinki?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Riga to Helsinki.

  • How long is a flight from Riga to Helsinki?

    A direct flight from Riga to Helsinki takes 1h 09m, covering 237 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riga to Helsinki?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Riga to Helsinki flight?

    Return flights from Riga to Helsinki range from £85 to £162, with an average of £128 over the past 12 months. Anything below £85 counts as a good deal.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Riga to Helsinki?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £19–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Riga to Helsinki?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by airBaltic and KLM. Other aircraft seen on the route include ATR 72-201 / 202 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Riga to Helsinki spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Riga to Helsinki flights, with 25% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 25%.

  • Have flight prices from Riga to Helsinki changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £74 to £714. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Riga to Helsinki looking right now?

    One-way fares from Riga to Helsinki are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £51, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)?

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £38 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Riga to Helsinki?

    Flights from Riga to Helsinki usually depart from Riga Intl (RIX) and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Riga to Helsinki?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Riga to Helsinki?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Riga to Helsinki route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 19m.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riga to Helsinki?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Riga to Helsinki. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £108 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £138, a difference of £30.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Riga to Helsinki?

    2 airlines operate flights between Riga and Helsinki. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Finnair
    • airBaltic

  • What popular places can I visit in Helsinki?

    Some of the most popular sights in Helsinki are Helsinki Central Station Square, Presidential Palace, and Finlandia-talo. These are among the most viewed places in Helsinki on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Riga to Helsinki flights?

    Among airlines operating Riga to Helsinki flights:

    • airBaltic: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Riga to Helsinki flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Finnair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • airBaltic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Riga to Helsinki flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average £108, about £30 less than Sunday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riga to Helsinki trip for July. Fares historically average £86 return in that month – typically £124 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Finnair. Over the past three months, 85% of Finnair flights from Riga to Helsinki arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 19m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

Prefer to fly direct from Riga to Helsinki?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Riga Intl Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Riga Intl to Helsinki-Vantaa

Monday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Tuesday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Wednesday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Thursday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Friday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Saturday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Sunday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

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Direct returns

Helsinki-Vantaa to Riga Intl

Monday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Tuesday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Wednesday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Thursday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Friday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Saturday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

Sunday

Finnair,airBaltic

Finnair,airBaltic

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