Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Vilnius International Airport (VNO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport is 50 minutes.
Riga and Vilnius follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from RIX to VNO start at 07:25 — the earliest with Air Baltic. The last departure is at 23:15 with Air Baltic. In total, you can take your pick of 277 weekly Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RIX to VNO flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Baltic is your gateway to exploring Vilnius (and maybe even some other great corners of Lithuania!). Check out the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air Baltic on this route.
Air Baltic is the most punctual carrier offering RIX to VNO flights, with 67.11% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RIX and VNO include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport flight is $55. A return ticket right now is $106. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RIX to VNO.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RIX to VNO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near RIX. Whether you have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
If you're getting in on a late Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near VNO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vilnius International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Toprent to explore Vilnius and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vilnius International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Vilnius International Airport (VNO) to central Vilnius
From Vilnius International Airport, Vilnius is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Vilnius based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Vilnius is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Vilnius International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to VNO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lithuania
Vilnius is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Lithuania just waiting to be explored. Around 88 kilometres west of Vilnius, a trip to Kaunas will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Kaunas Castle, Old Town Kaunas and Pazaislis Monastery.
Klaipėda is another essential stop in Lithuania and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius. No trip is complete without experiencing Kiss, Pempininku Fountains and Jurgio Ambraziejaus Pabrėžos sensorinis sodas.