Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tallinn Airport (TLL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport is 50 minutes.
Riga and Tallinn follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from RIX to TLL start from 07:15 — the earliest with Air Baltic. The last departure is at 23:30 with Air Baltic. Overall, you can take your pick of 36 weekly Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your RIX to TLL flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
AirBaltic offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Tallinn — and maybe even more of Estonia if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with airBaltic on this route.
With 77.2% of its services arriving as scheduled, airBaltic is the most punctual carrier operating RIX to TLL flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RIX and TLL:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport flight is $59. A return fare right now is $117. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from RIX to TLL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RIX to TLL.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TLL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Tallinn Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Sixt or NU Car Rentals and discover more of Tallinn and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Tallinn Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tallinn based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Tallinn Airport for July if you want to explore Tallinn during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RIX to TLL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Estonia
Tartu is just one of the many places in Estonia waiting to be explored after you've seen Tallinn. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Estonian National Museum, Tartu 2024 landmark and St Lawrence Church of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Estonia, head for Narva, about 193 kilometres east of Tallinn. Narva Castle, Narva Cascades and Narva Alexander's Cathedral are key reasons to visit.