Cheap Flights from Glasgow (GLAS) to Riga International (RIX)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £99. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Is this a good flight price? We’ll tell you.We compare today’s Glasgow to Riga International Airport prices with what travellers usually pay, so you can see if now’s a good time to book, or if it’s worth waiting.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Riga International

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

Glasgow to Riga International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Glasgow to Riga below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riga International.

Glasgow to Riga: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£94
Cheapest month to flyApril

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Glasgow to Riga International is £94. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Glasgow to Riga International. But we found flights with one stop from £94.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Glasgow to Riga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Riga International is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Glasgow to Riga International Airport on Friday, 24 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Glasgow and Riga International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Riga International is Ryanair .

Flying from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know

  • Riga is two hours ahead of Glasgow. Riga International Airport is located in Riga, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Glasgow to RIX. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Glasgow

Glasgow Airport (GLA)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Glasgow to RIX leaving from Glasgow Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • GLA is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel near Glasgow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:

  • Of all flights departing from Glasgow Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

  • Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and RIX:

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

    • Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)

    • Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 50 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Glasgow to RIX flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:

  • 77% of flights departing Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

About Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to RIX if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:

  • Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are popular providers you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Riga International Airport flight.

Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga

  • Central Riga is around 10 kms (6 miles) from Riga International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

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

  • At the moment, £54 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £94. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to RIX if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Glasgow to Riga International Airport ticket.

  • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Glasgow to RIX by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow to Riga International Airport.

The best time to fly from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Riga International Airport (RIX), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Riga based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Glasgow to RIX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.

More about Riga

  • After booking your flight from Glasgow to Riga International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Riga:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market are major attractions which should be on any good Riga itinerary.

Explore more of Latvia

  • Daugavpils is just one of the many cities in Latvia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Riga. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the southeast, its top attractions include St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.

  • Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Riga, Ventspils is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kurzeme coastline, Ventspils Water Park and Ventspils Beach.

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