Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chisinau Airport (RMO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Riga and Chisinau share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from RIX to RMO start at 07:25 — the first with Air Baltic. The last departure is at 11:50 with Air Baltic. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport flights.
Your RIX to RMO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Chisinau (and then exploring more of Moldova!) is a cinch with airBaltic. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with airBaltic on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chisinau Airport (RMO)
Right now, $148 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $257. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIX to RMO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RIX to RMO.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the flights that depart from Riga International Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Riga International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Riga. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Chisinau Airport (RMO)
Reserve a hotel close to RMO if you have a late Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Chisinau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Hertz or Flizzr and experience more of Chisinau and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chisinau Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Chisinau Airport (RMO)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Chisinau based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chisinau is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Chisinau Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RIX to RMO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Moldova
Chisinau is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Moldova just waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres east of Chisinau, a visit to Tiraspol will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Kvint, Monument to Lenin and Kirov Park.
Your journey through Moldova isn't complete without visiting Rîbniţa. Catedrala Rîbnița is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 88 kilometres north of Chisinau.