Nottingham, Leicestershire to Riga (EMA–RIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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FR1664
FR Ryanair
73H
5:45 AM
GMT T1
10:25 AM
EET
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FR1665
FR Ryanair
73H
8:10 PM
EET
8:50 PM
GMT
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Nottingham, Leicestershire to Riga
1 carrier, 5 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 5 Flights/wk 1,038 mi 2h 40m nonstop +2h ahead 12 1-stop hubs

EMA–RIX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 1,038 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop EMA–RIX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FR Ryanair 5 73H 2h40
Aircraft on this route
73H Boeing 737-800 – FR
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: FR (5 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, EMA to RIX direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
5
Outbound / wk
5
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EMA to RIX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
513
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Riga from Nottingham, Leicestershire

Nearby airports with service to Riga International Airport.
Metric EMA→RIX MAN→RIX LBA→RIX
Distance from EMA 53 mi 73 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 1
Weekly flights 5 5 6
Flight time 2h 40m 2h 40m 2h 35m
Airports within 200 miles of EMA with service to Riga International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Riga is 2 hours ahead of Nottingham, Leicestershire.
EMA: GMT · RIX: EET

When it's 6:00 PM in Nottingham, Leicestershire, it's 8:00 PM in Riga.
Distance & Flight Time
1,038 mi / 1,670 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 40m.
Visa & Entry

British passport holders enter Latvia (Schengen Area) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit at Schengen borders.

No supporting documents are required, though border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, return ticket, and sufficient funds. The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.

Direct flights from London to Riga (RIX) run about 2 hours 40 minutes on Ryanair and airBaltic. Latvia uses the euro. Riga public transport runs on e-tickets via the Rigas Satiksme app or contactless cards at EUR 1.15 per single ride. No vaccination requirements. Tap water is safe to drink. Bolt is the dominant ride-hailing app, cheaper than traditional taxis. English is common in Riga's center but limited in smaller towns.

EMA–RIX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Nottingham, Leicestershire to Riga route.
Route details
Distance1,038 mi / 1,670 km
Flight time2h 40m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights5 out / 5 return
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: EMA
IATA / ICAOEMA / EGNX
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr4.1M
Elevation306 ft / 93 m
Destination: RIX
IATA / ICAORIX / EVRA
TimezoneEurope/Riga
Passengers/yr7.1M
Elevation36 ft / 11 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EMA to RIX flights.
Nonstop flights from East Midlands Airport to Riga International Airport take approximately 2h 40m. The route covers 1,038 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Ryanair.
There are approximately 5 nonstop flights per week from EMA to RIX. The return direction has about 5 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OSL, IST, ALC, KRK, TFS, FAO, AGP, BCN, DUB, LPA, PFO and HRG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Riga is 2 hours ahead of Nottingham, Leicestershire.
Yes, return flights from RIX to EMA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MAN, LBA and STN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from EMA to RIX

East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Riga International Airport (RIX) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

EMA to RIX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EMA to RIX ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,038 miles (1,670 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via OSL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN), Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA) and London, Essex (STN).