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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dublin to Riga:

• Earliest: departs at 09:45 and lands at 12:45
• Latest: departs at 18:00 and lands at 21:00.

The flight takes about 3h.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Dublin to Riga.

A direct flight from Dublin to Riga takes 3h, covering 3,122 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Dublin to Riga range from €183 to €365, with an average of €271 over the past 12 months. Anything below €183 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 45% above the €271 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average €230 return via Leeds/Bradford (LBA), compared with €295 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €27–€90 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

One-way fares from Dublin to Riga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €85, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €3 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• CarWiz
• Alamo
• Thrifty

Flights from Dublin to Riga usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dublin to Riga route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 38m.

One-stop flights from Dublin to Riga most commonly connect through:

• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 29% of one-stop connections
• Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) – 23% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Leeds/Bradford (LBA) – 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Dublin to Riga. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at €240 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at €304, a difference of €64.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Dublin and Riga. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• airBaltic

Flying via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 53m, compared to 6h 25m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 7h 05m via Leeds/Bradford (LBA).

Riga is 2 hours ahead of Dublin (Eastern European Time vs Irish Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Dublin to Riga flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• airBaltic: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you fly with Ryanair or airBaltic, you can enjoy a non-stop flight from Dublin International Airport to Riga International Airport. When flying with Lufthansa, you will have one layover in Frankfurt (FRA), and with Air France, you can expect your journey to have a brief stop in Paris (CDG).

If you are in need of a shower, it is a good idea to visit one of the airport lounges that are scattered around the terminal. While most lounges are reserved for business class travellers or airline members, it is often possible to pay an entry fee of around €30. You can also visit the spa for the same price and get a 15min massage included.

If you are travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to your hotel in the centre of town, then you should probably take the bus, as it is quite reliable and will only take you around 15min to get to the city centre. The bus fee is around €8. The line is number 22 and the closest bus stop is just outside the arrivals terminal.