Find the cheapest flights from Riga to Lisbon in 2026. Compare airlines, prices by month, and booking tips to save on your trip.
Route: Riga (RIX) → Lisbon (LIS)
Distance: Direct flights not available
Flight Duration: 4h 30m – 7h 30m (1 stop)
Prices by Month
| Month | Avg Price | Demand |
|---|---|---|
| January | €290 | medium |
| February | €270 | low |
| March | €300 | medium |
| April | €330 | medium |
| May | €360 | high |
| June | €390 | high |
| July | €420 | high |
| August | €430 | high |
| September | €340 | medium |
| October | €290 | low |
| November | €260 | low |
| December | €340 | medium |
Airlines on This Route
- Ryanair (connecting): from €85 — Ryanair flies Riga-Lisbon via Warsaw or Berlin. Book directly on Ryanair.com, not third parties, to manage bookings easily. Checked bags must be purchased at booking for best rates.
- Wizz Air (connecting): from €95 — Wizz Air often routes via Budapest or Vienna. Sign up for Wizz Discount Club for 10% off if you fly this route 2+ times/year.
- TAP Air Portugal (connecting): from €220 — TAP offers the most convenient connections via Lisbon hub. Use TAPMiles&Go membership for free Miles+Go discount – best value for flexible travelers.
- airBaltic (connecting): from €180 — airBaltic connects via Riga homebase – convenient if starting from Riga. Check ‘Business’ class fares as they often aren’t much more than economy during off-peak.
- Lufthansa (connecting): from €240 — Lufthansa via Frankfurt or Munich offers best German rail connection alternative if flights disrupted. Book through Lufthansa.com for proper rebooking options.
- easyJet (connecting): from €145 — easyJet often has competitive prices but check total cost with baggage. Route typically via London Gatwick or Milan. Download app for mobile boarding passes.
Booking Strategy
For the Riga to Lisbon route, book 6-8 weeks in advance for optimal prices – this is the sweet spot where airlines release their best discounted seats. Tuesday and Wednesday departures are typically €30-50 cheaper than Friday-Sunday, as business travelers avoid this route. The cheapest connection hubs are Warsaw (Ryanair), Budapest (Wizz Air), and Vienna – these offer the most competitive base fares. However, when adding checked bags, TAP Air Portugal often works out comparable with better service and included luggage. Use Google Flights to compare all airlines simultaneously, then book directly with the carrier – this gives you better customer service if issues arise. Portuguese school holidays (late March, late June-early September) spike prices significantly – avoid these periods. If your dates are flexible, shifting by 1-2 days can save €50-100. November offers the absolute lowest fares at €260-290 return, making it the best value month to visit Lisbon’s shoulder season.
Route Tips
- Ryanair and Wizz Air operate from Lisbon’s Terminal 2 (low-cost terminal) – allow extra time for the shuttle from Terminal 1 and note Terminal 2 has fewer facilities
- Portuguese immigration typically processes EU and non-EU citizens quickly, but have your return ticket and accommodation proof ready for visa-free travelers
- Lisbon Airport Metro station is directly connected to Terminal 1 – buy a Viva Viagem card (€0.50) plus credits for €1.80 single journeys, cheaper than single tickets
- For Latvian passport holders, Portugal allows 90 days visa-free within any 180-day period – no advance visa needed
- If flying via TAP Air Portugal, booking a ‘Portugal Air’ fare adds a free night in Lisbon for layovers over 24 hours – excellent way to break up the journey
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Riga to Lisbon?
There are no direct flights from Riga to Lisbon, so all journeys require at least one stop. The shortest flights take approximately 4 hours 30 minutes with optimal connections, typically through Warsaw, Vienna, or Budapest. Most common itineraries range from 5-6 hours. The longest connections can extend to 7 hours 30 minutes, especially if there’s a longer layover at hub airports like Frankfurt, Munich, or London. Budget carriers like Ryanair and Wizz Air often have longer layovers (3-6 hours) to offset their lower base fares. TAP Air Portugal and Lufthansa typically offer more reasonable 1-2 hour connection times via their Lisbon and Frankfurt hubs respectively.
How much does it cost to fly from Riga to Lisbon?
Return flights from Riga to Lisbon start at approximately €260-290 in the low season (November, February) when booking 6-8 weeks ahead with budget carriers. During shoulder season (March, April, September, October), expect to pay €300-360 for economy class. Summer peak season (June-August) sees the highest prices, ranging from €380-450 for round trips. The average price across the year is approximately €330. Budget airlines (Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet) offer the cheapest base fares from €85-150, while full-service carriers (TAP, Lufthansa) cost €220-300 but include checked luggage. One-way tickets are typically €40-60 more than half the round-trip price on most carriers.
Are there direct flights from Riga to Lisbon?
No, there are currently no direct flights from Riga to Lisbon. The route is not served by any airline with non-stop service. To reach Lisbon from Riga, you’ll need to make at least one stop. The most common connection hubs include Warsaw (Ryanair), Budapest (Wizz Air), Vienna (Wizz Air), Frankfurt (Lufthansa), and Munich (Lufthansa). TAP Air Portugal offers connections via their Lisbon hub which can be convenient for those wanting to minimize additional airport navigation. airBaltic sometimes operates connecting flights via their Riga base. The shortest total travel time with connections is around 4 hours 30 minutes, though most journeys take 5-7 hours depending on layover durations.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Riga to Lisbon?
November is the cheapest month to fly from Riga to Lisbon, with average prices of €260-290 for a round trip. February comes in as the second cheapest at €270-300, as it’s the low season with minimal tourism demand. These months offer the best combination of low prices and good weather – Lisbon enjoys mild temperatures of 15-18°C even in winter. The most expensive months are August (€430 average) and July (€420 average), coinciding with peak European summer holidays. If you can be flexible, late November through early December offers an excellent balance of low prices and pleasant Lisbon weather, though expect shorter daylight hours for sightseeing.
Which airlines fly from Riga to Lisbon?
Six main airlines operate flights from Riga to Lisbon with connections: Ryanair offers routes via Warsaw Modlin and Berlin with base fares around €85-120; Wizz Air flies via Budapest and Vienna with fares from €95-140; TAP Air Portugal connects via Lisbon from €180-260 with excellent service and included baggage; airBaltic operates via their Riga hub from €150-220; easyJet connects through London Gatwick and Milan from €130-180; and Lufthansa offers connections via Frankfurt and Munich from €200-280 with best punctuality. Budget carriers exclude checked luggage from basic fares (€25-45 extra), while TAP and Lufthansa include one 23kg checked bag in the ticket price.
What airport do I fly into in Lisbon?
You will fly into Humberto Delgado Airport (IATA: LIS), located 7 kilometers northeast of Lisbon’s city center. The airport is also known as Lisbon Portela Airport and is Portugal’s main international gateway. To reach the city center, you have several options: the Metro (Red Line) takes 20 minutes to Baixa-Chiado station and costs €1.80; Aerobus airport shuttles run every 20 minutes to central squares for €4; taxis to downtown cost €10-15 and take 15-25 minutes depending on traffic; and ride-share services like Uber are widely available at similar prices to taxis. The airport has two terminals connected by a free shuttle bus, with Terminal 1 handling most scheduled flights and Terminal 2 used primarily by low-cost carriers.
How far in advance should I book Riga to Lisbon flights?
For Riga to Lisbon flights, booking 6-8 weeks before your travel date typically yields the best prices. This is when airlines release their optimal inventory of discounted seats. Booking too early (more than 3 months) sometimes means higher prices as full-fare economy seats are still available, while booking too late (less than 3 weeks) sees prices surge as cheap seats sell out. The exception is for summer peak travel (July-August), when booking 10-12 weeks ahead is advisable due to high demand. For November travel, 4-6 weeks is sufficient as demand is lower. Last-minute deals are rare on this route – don’t rely on finding cheap walk-up fares. Tuesday and Wednesday departures offer the best value regardless of booking timing.
Is it cheaper to fly from Riga to Lisbon on weekdays?
Yes, flying from Riga to Lisbon on weekdays is noticeably cheaper than weekend flights. Tuesday and Wednesday departures are typically €30-50 cheaper than Friday, Saturday, or Sunday flights. This price difference occurs because business travelers primarily fly mid-week, and leisure travelers prefer weekend departures. The cheapest day to fly is typically Tuesday, followed closely by Wednesday. Sunday is usually the most expensive departure day. For return flights from Lisbon to Riga, Monday and Tuesday tend to be cheapest, while Thursday and Friday returns are most expensive. If your schedule allows, shifting your departure just one day from weekend to midweek can save you €40 or more on this route.
Data updated: 2026-03
