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Cheap Flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Riga International (RIX)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zurich to Riga International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Riga.$111 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 25.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departing from Zurich on Mon, Aug 25, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
Riga.$123 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 22.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departing from Zurich on Sun, Jun 22, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $123, select.
Riga.$123 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 15.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departing from Zurich on Mon, Sep 15, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $123, select.
Riga.$124 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 23.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Zurich on Fri, Jan 23, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Riga.$124 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 1.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Zurich on Wed, Oct 1, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Riga.$124 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 13.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Zurich on Thu, Nov 13, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Riga.$133 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 12.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Zurich on Fri, Dec 12, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $133, select.
Riga.$147 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 8.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Zurich on Fri, Aug 8, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Riga International flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Zurich to Riga International: Alternative routes

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Zurich to Riga: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$111
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineairBaltic
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Riga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zurich to Riga International is $193. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Riga International.
airBaltic, SWISS and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Zurich to Riga International.
There are 24 flights per week flying from Zurich to Riga International, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Riga International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riga International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riga is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa and airBaltic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Riga International.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Zurich.

  • Flights from ZRH to RIX start at 09:25 — the first with Air Baltic. The latest departure is at 19:20 with Air Baltic. In total, you can choose from 19 weekly Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to RIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Air Baltic is your ticket to exploring Riga (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Latvia!). Check out the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Baltic.

  • The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for ZRH to RIX flights is Air Baltic.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • $111 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $193. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from ZRH to RIX, reserve your journey nine months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ZRH to RIX by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • 69.02% of flights leaving from Zurich Airport reach their destination on time.

  • To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city center.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Riga International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and discover more of Riga and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Riga International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga

  • From Riga International Airport, Riga is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Riga. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 55ºF and 79ºF. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 10ºF and 39ºF. Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to RIX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Latvia

  • Riga is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Latvia waiting to be explored. Around 120 miles south-east of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.

  • Jelgava is another sought-after destination in Latvia and is around 25 miles south-west of Riga. No trip is complete without seeing Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.

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