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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riga International to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.$252 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Athens International on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $252, select.

Athens.$255 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Athens International on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $255, select.

Athens.$292 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riga International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Athens International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.

Athens.$293 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Athens International on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.

Athens.$302 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riga International on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Athens International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $302, select.

Athens.$305 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riga International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Athens International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $305, select.

Athens.$312 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Athens International on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

Athens.$324 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riga International on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Athens International on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Athens International

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

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Riga International to Athens International: Alternative routes

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Riga to Athens: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$252
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	3 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airline	Aegean Airlines
Average flights per week	9

Finding cheap flights from Riga International to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Riga International to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Riga International to Athens International is $252. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Riga International to Athens International?

3 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Riga International to Athens International.

Which airlines fly direct from Riga International to Athens International?

Aegean Airlines and airBaltic fly direct from Riga International to Athens International.

How many flights are there a week from Riga International to Athens International?

As of February 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Riga International to Athens International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riga International to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Athens International is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Athens International Airport on Sunday, 22 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Athens International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 18 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

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 Athens 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Riga International Airport to Athens International with?

Currently, Ryanair and Aegean Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
Flights from RIX to ATH start from 02:55 — the first with Aegean Airlines. The last departure is at 18:55 with Aegean Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your RIX to ATH flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers RIX to ATH flights. A dependable 94.12% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RIX and ATH include:
- Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
- Vienna International Airport
- Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

$116 is the best price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start from $252. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book ten months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RIX to ATH.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from RIX to ATH is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)

When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to RIX:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

Book a hotel close to ATH if you're taking a late Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

July is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Athens in January.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you want to explore Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RIX to ATH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.