Cheap flights from Nottingham to Riga
A direct flight covers the distance between East Midlands airport and Riga in a matter of hours. You can find dated fares for this connection, which means comparing prices across several months helps you time your departure well.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 RyanairFR | direct | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 27 Nov 2026 | from $53 | Search 27 Nov 2026 |
 Aer LingusEI | with a stop | — | 16 Jul 2027 | from $1,595 | Search 16 Jul 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 23 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: November — from $53.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $118 | 27 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $53 | 27 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $134 | 4 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $55 | 25 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $68 | 18 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $125 | 31 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $140 | 3 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $156 | 15 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $232 | 19 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $1,595 | 16 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Nottingham | East Midlands EMA | 19 km |
| Riga | Riga RIX | 8 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
December through February carries higher demand because of winter holidays and seasonal travel patterns. By November the market settles into lower rates before spring peaks arrive. Booking a few weeks ahead usually secures better pricing than waiting until close to travel dates.
Airlines and what to expect
Ryanair operates as a low-cost carrier with straightforward fares that keep base prices lean but charge separately for extras like checked baggage and seat selection. Aer Lingus provides full-service options where meals and luggage are included in the quoted fare. Both offer direct connections between Nottingham and Riga without requiring intermediate stops.
Arriving — Riga
Riga airport sits near the city centre with easy road access to most hotels and attractions. Local buses and taxis run regularly from the terminal into town throughout the day and evening. The journey into central Riga takes roughly twenty minutes by public transport under normal conditions.
Before you go: Latvia
- 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+03 (Europe/Riga)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Compare what baggage allowance each airline includes before selecting a fare option.
- Confirm you are departing from East Midlands airport since Nottingham has only one commercial facility.
- Check whether your dates avoid peak holiday periods when prices rise significantly.
- Verify passport or visa requirements for Latvia well in advance of travel.
- Review connection times carefully if booking separate tickets on different airlines.
Frequently asked questions
Nottingham – Riga: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $53. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Nottingham – Riga: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Ryanair, Aer Lingus.
Nottingham – Riga: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Nottingham to Riga?
The distance is about 1,662 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 2 h 29 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Nottingham – Riga?
Nottingham: East Midlands (EMA). Riga: Riga (RIX).
What is the time difference between Nottingham and Riga?
Riga is 2 h ahead of Nottingham.
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Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Nottingham / Riga that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester → Riga | 91 km from Nottingham | direct | 29 Nov 2026 | from $68 |
| Birmingham → Riga | 69 km from Nottingham | with a stop | 9 Nov 2026 | from $165 |
| Leeds → Riga | 96 km from Nottingham | direct | 25 Oct 2026 | from $251 |