Travelling from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Riga is one hour ahead of Valletta and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from MLA to RIX start from 05:45 — the first with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from three weekly Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MLA to RIX flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
AirBaltic offers direct flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Riga — and maybe even more of Latvia if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is airBaltic.
Ryanair ranks as the leading on-time carrier for MLA to RIX flights, with 83.87% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MLA and RIX:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Billund Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Currently, $64 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $129. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MLA to RIX.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
When it comes to Luqa Malta International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Luqa Malta International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Valletta. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MLA:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider staying in a hotel near RIX if you're taking a late Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and discover Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Riga International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Riga based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Riga during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLA to RIX in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Latvia waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience major highlights starting with Jelgava Palace, Wooden boardwalks at the flood-land meadows of the River Svēte and Jelgavas pils parks.