Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
Choose from 59 weekly Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Air Baltic is the earliest available. Air Baltic operates the latest service of the day at 23:20.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Finnair is your gateway to discovering Helsinki (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Finland!). Check out the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport offered by this carrier.
Finnair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With a dependable 87.55% of services arriving on schedule, Finnair has the best on-time record for RIX to HEL flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RIX and HEL:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Vilnius Airport
Tallinn Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Currently, $62 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $130. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RIX to HEL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the flights that depart from Riga International Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and discover more of Helsinki and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Helsinki Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Helsinki. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIX to HEL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be discovered. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Nuuksio Park, Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Experience major highlights starting with Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.