Cheap Flights from London Gatwick to Riga International

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Riga International flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Riga International

London Gatwick to Riga International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Riga below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riga International.

London to Riga: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$143
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineairBaltic
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Riga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Riga International is $143. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Riga International.
airBaltic, British Airways and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from London Gatwick to Riga International.
As of October 2024, there are 24 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Riga International.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Riga International is usually October 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport on Friday, 17 January 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 39 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riga International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riga is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, airBaltic offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riga International.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport takes on average 2 hours 43 minutes. The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is 2 hours ahead of London.

  • Each week, there are 63 flights from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, take the 07:20 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from LGW to RIX is 17:30 with Air Baltic.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Air Baltic runs direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to see the sights in Riga — plus maybe even more of Latvia if time allows.

  • If you want to break up your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the LGW - RIX route are:

    • Oslo Airport Gardermoen

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Copenhagen Airport

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from LGW to RIX, check if you need a visa to enter Latvia. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.

Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

More about Riga

Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga

  • Riga International Airport to central Riga is about 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • It takes roughly 49 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

Complete your Riga trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Riga International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Riga trip.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • $81 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport. A return flight starts at $143. These fares can change based on demand.

  • To snag flight tickets from LGW to RIX, book your trip 1 month before your departure.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from LGW to RIX. There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll update you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport.

When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Riga in February.

  • Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Riga during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13 ºC and 26 ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to RIX in January. Average temperatures are between -12 ºC and 4 ºC then.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.