Riga to Vienna (RIX–VIE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RIX–VIE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. airBaltic and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 683 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 63 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT airBaltic Also: A3, AI, J2, JU, KM, OS, TP | 11 | 223 | 2h | – | – | A3, AI, J2, JU, KM, OS, TP |
| FR Ryanair | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vienna from Riga
| Metric | RIX→VIE | VNO→VIE | TLL→VIE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RIX | – | 166 mi | 175 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 61 | 12 | 6 |
| Flight time | 2h | 1h 50m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
RIX: EEST · VIE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Riga, it's 5:00 PM in Vienna.
The S7 commuter rail runs to Wien Mitte in 30–35 minutes (€4.20 every 30 minutes). The CAT (City Airport Train) is faster at 16 minutes (€14.90) and includes a city check-in facility at Wien Mitte.Taxis to the center cost €35–45 metered. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The Vienna City Card covers all S-Bahn travel and is worth buying if you plan to use public transit throughout your stay.
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. July and August average 25–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winter (December–February) brings temperatures of −5–4°C. Snow and freezing fog are the main disruption risks at VIE, typically causing delays rather than cancellations.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are mild at 10–20°C. Föhn winds in spring can cause turbulence on approaches. Pack layers year-round. Mornings and evenings can be significantly cooler than afternoons.
RIX–VIE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RIX to VIE
Riga International Airport (RIX) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic and Ryanair. With 61 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RIX to VIE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RIX to VIE ranges from 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 683 miles (1,099 km). There are approximately 61 weekly flights outbound and 44 return, totaling 105 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via INN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Vilnius (VNO) and Tallinn (TLL).