Open interactive map →Cheap flights from Riga to Helsinki
Planning a trip from Riga to Helsinki? Current fares start at €41 - a solid entry point for a flight to Finland. Several airlines compete on this route, which helps keep fares relatively stable. The cheapest fare is non-stop, so no connection time to factor into your schedule. The flight typically takes around 1h 57min. Use the price calendar to identify your cheapest month, then click through to compare live seat availability.
Price patterns on the Riga to Helsinki route tend to spike during school holidays and public holiday weekends. Booking 4-6 weeks out generally balances availability and price well on this route. If your travel dates are flexible, check the price calendar for the lowest-priced months before searching for specific flights.
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Cheapest month to fly
- October 2026€41DirectCheapest
Based on tracked fares, October is the cheapest month to fly this route at around €41.
Prices last updated: September 2026
October in Helsinki
Avg 4°C~11 rainy days
Historical averages from Open-Meteo. Shown for the cheapest travel month.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) — 20 km from city centre
Ring Rail Line I/Paround 30-35 min
Taxi/ridesharearound 25-35 min
About Helsinki
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) is Finland's primary gateway and a growing hub for Finnair, with an expanding network of long-haul routes and competitive European short-haul. The airport's location gives it a distinct advantage as the fastest intercontinental routing between Europe and East Asia — Helsinki to Tokyo, for example, is shorter than London to Tokyo by over an hour. The city itself is compact and design-forward, with a waterfront market square, the Temppeliaukio church hewn directly into solid rock, and a peninsula layout that gives central Helsinki an unusual relationship with the sea and islands. Suomenlinna — a UNESCO-listed sea fortress built across a cluster of islands just 15 minutes by ferry from the market square — is one of Finland's strongest single attractions. In winter, Helsinki is the most accessible base for northern lights trips in Finland, with connections north to Rovaniemi (Santa Claus's hometown and a gateway to Lapland safaris) in under two hours by air.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a flight from Riga to Helsinki cost?
The cheapest fare currently available from Riga to Helsinki is €41. Prices on this route vary by season, day of week, and how far in advance you book. The month-by-month price calendar on this page shows exactly when fares are highest and lowest, so you can pick the most cost-effective window before searching for specific dates. Fares are refreshed regularly as our flight partners publish new availability.
Are there direct flights from Riga to Helsinki?
Yes - non-stop flights are currently available from Riga to Helsinki. The cheapest direct fare starts at €41, making it a convenient option if you want to avoid layover time. Direct flights are generally quicker and less stressful, especially for shorter trips to Finland. Click through to the booking site to check live availability and schedules for your dates.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Riga to Helsinki?
Prices on this route typically dip during shoulder-season months, away from school holidays and public holiday windows. Mid-week departures - particularly Tuesday to Thursday - tend to be cheaper than flights on Fridays and Sundays from Riga. The month-by-month price calendar above is the fastest way to identify the cheapest window - look for the months with the lowest fares before committing to travel dates. Booking 3-6 weeks in advance generally offers the best balance of price and seat availability on this route.