Cheap Flights from Riga International (RIX) to Helsinki Vantaa (HEL)

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

Direct flights from Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa

Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

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

Riga to Helsinki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£47
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 11 mins
Most popular airlineNordic Regional Airlines
Average flights per week155

Finding cheap flights from Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa is £47. 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.
1 hour and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa.
Nordic Regional Airlines, Finnair and airBaltic fly direct from Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa.
As of December 2025, there are 155 flights per week flying from Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa.
The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Helsinki Vantaa is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Tuesday, 16 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 11 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 Helsinki Vantaa 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 Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, airBaltic offers the cheapest flight tickets to Helsinki Vantaa.

Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Riga and Helsinki share the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • You can choose from 75 weekly Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Air Baltic is the earliest flight available. Air Baltic operates the last service of the day at 23:20.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your RIX to HEL flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Travelling to Helsinki (and then discovering more of Finland!) is a cinch with Finnair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

  • Finnair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • With 67.84% of its services arriving as scheduled, Air Baltic is the most punctual carrier offering RIX to HEL flights.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between RIX and HEL include:

    • Tallinn Airport

    • Stockholm Arlanda Airport

    • Vilnius International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • Right now, £19 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £47. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from RIX to HEL by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RIX to HEL.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, data shows 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Riga International Airport from central Riga, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to RIX:

Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Helsinki and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

  • From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from RIX to HEL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of Finland

  • Espoo is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Helsinki. Around 10 miles away to the west, its best attractions include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.

  • Tampere is another essential stop in Finland and is around 100 miles north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without experiencing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.