Stockholm to Riga is one of the quickest international hops from Sweden — barely an hour in the air across the Baltic. With airBaltic, Ryanair and Norwegian all flying it non-stop — about 30 departures a week between them — it’s cheap, frequent and easy, making the Latvian capital an ideal short-break city. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return costs in kronor, and when to book.
Route: Stockholm (ARN Arlanda) → Riga International (RIX)
Distance: approximately 440 km (275 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 1h 05m
Direct flights: Yes — airBaltic, Ryanair and Norwegian all fly it non-stop, about 30 departures a week between them, or roughly four a day. Ryanair held 80 of the hundred cheapest fares we priced, at a flat 374 kr return.
Fares from Stockholm to Riga (SEK)
Riga is a year-round short break, and because it’s such a short, well-served hop the fares are among the lowest you’ll find from Stockholm. Summer and the Christmas markets push prices up a little, while late autumn and midwinter outside the holidays are the cheapest. The figures below are typical economy return fares in kronor; the lowest are the low-cost carriers’ cabin-bag fares, with full-service tickets and any connection higher.
| Month | Typical return (economy) | Demand |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low |
| February | — | medium (sportlov) |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium-high (Easter) |
| May | — | high |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | high |
| August | — | high |
| September | — | medium |
| October | — | medium (höstlov) |
| November | — | low |
| December | — | high (Christmas markets) |
Reference points from our own deal tracking: the going rate is a flat 374 kr return — that single Ryanair fare was 80 of the hundred cheapest we priced — a strong non-stop sits under 500 kr, and much above 800 kr you are paying for a full-service ticket or a connection. Add a few hundred kronor if you want a checked bag on top of the cabin-only fares.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 1 hour):
- Ryanair — 80 of the hundred cheapest fares we priced, at a flat 374 kr return, non-stop in about 1h 09m. Cabin bag only unless you pay for a hold bag.
- Norwegian — non-stop and the next-cheapest in our sample at 466–503 kr, and marginally the quickest at about an hour.
- airBaltic — the Latvian flag carrier, with multiple non-stops a day from Arlanda on its efficient A220 fleet and fare bundles that include bags and seat selection. It did not hold any of the hundred cheapest fares we priced, so compare it rather than assuming it leads on price.
- Finnair via Helsinki — the one connection that showed up, and a cautionary one: about 1,830 kr and three hours, against 374 kr and one hour non-stop.
On a one-hour flight there is simply no reason to take a connection, and our fares show why: the one one-stop in the sample, Finnair via Helsinki, cost about 1,830 kr and took three hours, against 374 kr and about an hour non-stop. The only real decision is between the low-cost cabin-bag fares and a full-service ticket, and how much baggage you’re carrying.
When to book & how to save
- Book 2–6 weeks ahead for the best short-hop fares; this route rarely gets cheaper at the last minute.
- Travel light: airBaltic’s cheapest fares are cabin-bag only — for a weekend in Riga you can often skip the checked bag entirely and pay the lowest price.
- Avoid the peaks: midsummer and the December Christmas-market weekends are the busiest; late autumn and January are the quietest and cheapest.
- Watch for airBaltic seat sales: the carrier runs frequent promotions on its home routes, so a price alert can catch a return well under 700 kr.
- Be flexible by a day: with so many daily departures, shifting your outbound or return by one day often unlocks a noticeably cheaper fare.
Arriving in Riga
Flights land at Riga International (RIX), about 10 km south-west of the old town — close and easy to reach. The cheapest way in is city bus 22, which runs to the centre in about 25 minutes for roughly 15 kr. There’s also a dedicated airport express bus and a growing rail link; a taxi or ride-hail from the official rank costs roughly 120–180 kr to the old town. The short transfer means even a one-night trip works comfortably.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Stockholm to Riga?
Non-stop flights take about 1 hour 5 minutes — one of the shortest international routes from Stockholm. Across the Baltic it’s barely longer than a domestic hop, so it’s an easy addition to a weekend even with the airport transfers at each end.
Are there direct flights from Stockholm to Riga?
Yes, and lots of them. airBaltic, Ryanair and Norwegian all fly it non-stop — about 30 departures a week between them, roughly four a day — which makes this one of the most convenient routes between Sweden and the Baltic states.
How much does it cost to fly from Stockholm to Riga?
In the dates we could price, non-stop returns ran 374 – 503 kr, and 80 of the hundred cheapest fares were a single flat 374 kr Ryanair fare. The only connection in the sample cost about 1 830 kr — so the top of the range is a routing choice, not just a season. Midsummer and the December Christmas-market weekends are the busiest weeks.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Stockholm to Riga?
November and January are usually the cheapest. Our sample covers August to October, so it cannot price those months — but non-stop returns started at 374 kr even in that window, so treat anything near that as a good fare. Late autumn outside the höstlov school break and the quiet weeks after New Year are the best value. Avoid midsummer and the December market weekends, which are the busiest.
Which airlines fly from Stockholm to Riga?
airBaltic, Ryanair and Norwegian fly the route non-stop, about 30 departures a week between them. Ryanair had the lowest fares in our sample by a wide margin — a flat 374 kr return, 80 of the hundred cheapest. airBaltic flies it multiple times a day on its A220s and sells fare bundles with bags and seat selection included.
Which airport do I fly into in Riga?
All flights use Riga International (RIX), the city’s single main airport and the largest in the Baltic states, about 10 km south-west of the old town. It’s well connected by bus and taxi, so the transfer into the centre is quick and inexpensive.
How far in advance should I book Stockholm to Riga flights?
Aim to book 2 to 6 weeks ahead. On such a frequent short route the cheapest seats are released early and prices tend to rise as the date nears, so a little forward planning secures the best fare — especially for popular summer weekends and the Christmas markets.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are usually a little cheaper than Friday and Sunday, when weekend-break demand peaks. With so many daily flights, shifting your dates by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to shave money off a Riga return.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Prices are indicative economy returns in Swedish kronor and change with demand — always check the live fare before booking.
