Cheap flights from Las Palmas to Riga

September brings milder weather and longer daylight hours in Rome compared with harsher winter conditions further north. Book six to eight weeks ahead when demand hasn't spiked around school holidays or Christmas periods. Midweek departures typically cost less than weekend flights since business travelers fill Tuesday through Thursday seats at premium fares.

Scandinavian Airlines anchors this route with full-service connections through Copenhagen, offering checked baggage and meal service included in base pricing. Norwegian operates as a low-cost alternative with similar European routing but charges separately for extras beyond carry-on weight limits. Other carriers like Air Baltic and Iberia provide additional options depending on whether you prioritize price or convenience.

Riga lies roughly twenty minutes from the city centre by taxi, though public transit remains affordable during off-peak hours. The airport connects directly to downtown via bus routes and occasional train services that run less frequently than in larger European capitals. Consider booking your onward transport before landing since winter schedules may be reduced if you arrive outside peak tourist season.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Latvian

Emergency number

112, 110, 113

Driving side

right

Calling code

+371

Internet domain

.lv

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Riga

589 k (2026)

Time zone

UTC+02 (Europe/Riga)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Verify which airport your departure ticket references when multiple terminals serve the same city region.
• Confirm baggage allowances on low-cost carriers where each piece costs extra beyond carry-on limits.
• Check whether connection airports require separate security screening when tickets are issued individually rather than as one itinerary.
• Ensure your passport meets entry requirements for Latvia including validity periods and visa obligations if applicable.
• Review seasonal flight frequency reductions that might affect rebooking flexibility during winter months.