Dublin to Riga (DUB–RIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DUB–RIX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and airBaltic lead the route. The flight covers 1,207 miles in approximately 2h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 4 | 73H | 3h | – | – | – |
| BT airBaltic | 3 | 223 | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DUB: IST · RIX: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dublin, it's 8:00 PM in Riga.
Irish passport holders enter Latvia visa-free for unlimited stays as EU citizens. No fee, no advance application. A valid Irish passport is required. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area, so passport control applies on arrival, but EU citizens pass through quickly.
For stays beyond 3 months, register at the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (PMLP) to obtain an EU citizen registration certificate. The fee is EUR 4.27. Bring proof of employment, self-employment, studies, or sufficient resources plus health insurance. A Latvian personal code (personas kods) is issued upon registration and is required for banking, healthcare, and contracts.
Direct flights from Dublin to Riga run about 3 hours 10 minutes on Ryanair. Latvia uses the euro (adopted 2014), so no currency exchange needed. No vaccination requirements. Riga has a well-connected tram and bus system, with single rides costing EUR 1.15 via the Rigas Satiksme e-ticket system or EUR 2 cash from the driver. English is spoken widely in Riga, less so outside the capital. Latvian tap water is safe. Irish driving licenses are valid throughout the stay.
Dublin Bus route 747 (Airlink) runs from the city centre (O'Connell Street) to the airport in 30–50 minutes, costing €7 one-way or €12 return. DART rail does not serve the airport directly; the nearest station requires a bus connection. Ride-shares from the city centre typically cost €20–35 depending on traffic.
The M50 and M1 motorways feed into the airport; short-term parking in Terminal 1 or 2 costs from €4/30 min, while long-stay lots (P3/P4) are significantly cheaper for multi-day trips. Allow extra time during morning and evening rush hours on the M50.
DUB–RIX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DUB to RIX
Dublin Airport (DUB) and Riga International Airport (RIX) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and airBaltic. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DUB to RIX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DUB to RIX is about 2 hours 58 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,207 miles (1,942 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Leeds Bradford and Helsinki Vantaa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.