Cheap Flights from Luqa Malta International to Riga International

Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know

• The average duration of a direct flight from Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.

• The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Valletta.

• Choose from four weekly Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 16:55.

• For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MLA to RIX flight.

• Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

• Air Baltic has direct flights from Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Riga — and maybe even more of Latvia if your schedule allows.

• The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air Baltic on this route.

• With a reliable 87.88% of services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating MLA to RIX flights.

• Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MLA and RIX:

  • Trapani-Birgi Airport

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

  • Billund Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Riga International Airport (RIX)

• Right now, R 856 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,665. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

• Get cheap tickets from MLA to RIX by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

• September is the cheapest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

• Picking up cheap flights from MLA to RIX is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

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

Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)

• When it comes to Malta International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.79% of flights complete their journey on time.

• Malta International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Valletta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

• Looking for a handy hotel close to MLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

  • Cugo Gran Macina Malta

  • Talbot & Bons Bed & Breakfast

  • The Snop House

Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)

• If you're landing on a late Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near RIX:

  • Rixwell Elefant Hotel

  • Spare Hotel

  • Champêtre Park View Apartments

• Explore without limits with a Riga International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and chase adventure across Riga and beyond.

• Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Riga International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga

• Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

• Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)

• The quietest month for a flight from Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Riga based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

• The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Malta International Airport to Riga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

• Look for cheap tickets from MLA to RIX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.

Explore more of Latvia

• Riga has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Latvia waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.

• If you want to check out another major stop in Latvia, head for Jelgava, roughly 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā are among its highlights.