£122 Cheap Flights from Sofia (SOF) to Riga International (RIX)

Q: How much are return flights from Sofia to Riga International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Riga International is £122. 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.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Sofia to Riga International?

2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Riga International.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Sofia to Riga International?

airBaltic, Bulgaria Air and Carpatair fly direct from Sofia to Riga International.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Sofia to Riga International?

As of May 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Sofia to Riga International.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Sofia to Riga International?

The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Riga International is usually May 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport on Monday, 1 December 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Riga International?

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.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Riga?

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.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sofia Airport to Riga International with?

Currently, airBaltic offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riga International.

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Riga.£122 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Sofia on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Riga International.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Riga.£122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Sofia on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Riga International.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Riga.£122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Sofia on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Riga International.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Riga.£122 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Sofia on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Riga International.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Riga.£122 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Sofia on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Riga International.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Riga.£122 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Sofia on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Riga International.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Riga.£132 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Sofia on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Riga International.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £132, select.

Riga.£133 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Sofia on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Riga International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £133, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Riga International

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

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Sofia to Riga International: Alternative routes

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Sofia to Riga: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£122
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	airBaltic
Average flights per week	5

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

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How long does it take to fly from Sofia to Riga International?

Which airlines fly direct from Sofia to Riga International?

How many flights are there a week from Sofia to Riga International?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sofia to Riga International?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport on?

Can I get a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport?

How can I find the best flight deal to Riga International?

When is the best time to book flights to Riga?

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sofia Airport to Riga International with?

Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport.
Sofia and Riga share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from SOF to RIX start from 14:55 — the first with Air Baltic. The last service of the day is at 15:05 with Air Baltic. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport flights.
Your SOF to RIX flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Baltic is your ticket to exploring Riga (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Latvia!). Check out the direct flights from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air Baltic on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for SOF to RIX flights is Air Baltic.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SOF and RIX:
- Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
- Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport

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

£57 is currently the best price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Return flights start at £122. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to RIX.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SOF to RIX.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

Of the flights that depart from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on time at their destination.
Sofia Airport is about 7 miles from central Sofia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)

Book a hotel close to RIX if you're on a late Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Riga International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga

Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)

It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Riga. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Sofia Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOF to RIX in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.

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 120 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Around 25 miles south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another favourite stop in Latvia. No visit is complete without checking out Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.