How to get from Riga to Helsinki
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Riga to Helsinki. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 382 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
382 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €55Checked Sep 9 | 1h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €46Omio catalogue, Aug 20 | 7h 25m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€55Checked Sep 91h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€46Omio catalogue, Aug 207h 25m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Riga to Helsinki: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Riga International → Helsinki Vantaaflight
Finnair·1h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Riga to Helsinki
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
Departures from Riga to Helsinki
FlixBus runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:05 and the last at 23:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 11 | 00:05 | 23:05 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 8h 20m€46Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Aug 20
Operators seen on these journeys
FinnairRiga International-Helsinki VantaaSee live options and dates →
FlixBusRiga-Tallinn Harbour, Tallinn Harbour-HelsinkiBook →
airBalticRiga International-Helsinki VantaaSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Finnair, FlixBus, airBaltic; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Riga to Helsinki works
Start with a Finnair flight from Riga to Helsinki, about 1h 15m. In total it's roughly €55 over 1h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Riga to Helsinki: common questions
How long does it take to get from Riga to Helsinki?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Helsinki from Riga?
About 382 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Riga to Helsinki cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €55. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Riga to Helsinki?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 15m.
How long is the flight from Riga to Helsinki?
About 1h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Riga and Helsinki?
Riga is RIX and Helsinki is HEL, so this route is usually written RIX to HEL.
Which operators run Riga to Helsinki?
On this route you travel with Finnair, FlixBus, airBaltic.
Can you get from Riga to Helsinki without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 7h 25m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Riga to Helsinki?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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