Which airports can I use when flying from Leipzig to Riga?

Flights from Leipzig to Riga usually depart from Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

Which airports do connecting flights from Leipzig to Riga pass through?

Most connecting flights from Leipzig to Riga pass through Frankfurt am Main (FRA), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Leipzig to Riga?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Leipzig to Riga. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 307 € return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at 595 €, a difference of 288 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Leipzig to Riga?

A direct flight from Leipzig to Riga takes 00m, covering 1.571 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Leipzig to Riga?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Leipzig to Riga changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 185 € to 684 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Leipzig and Riga?

Riga is 1 hour ahead of Leipzig (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?

Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 3 € for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL • CarWiz • Alamo • Thrifty

How much should I expect to pay for a Leipzig to Riga flight?

Return flights from Leipzig to Riga range from 298 € to 461 €, with an average of 336 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 298 € counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Leipzig to Riga?

Return flights from Leipzig to Riga typically range from 298 € to 461 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 185 € on Lufthansa.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Leipzig to Riga?

Lufthansa (185 €) offered the cheapest return ticket from Leipzig to Riga in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Leipzig to Riga?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of 384 €. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Leipzig to Riga, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) had the shortest average connection time for Leipzig to Riga stopovers at 4h 25m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 2. Dec - Wed, 16. Dec

18:40 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

4h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 18:00RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

185 €Lufthansa

Wed, 2. Dec - Wed, 16. Dec

18:40 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

4h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 18:00RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

186 €Lufthansa

Wed, 2. Dec - Wed, 16. Dec

18:40 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

4h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

9h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

187 €Lufthansa

Thu, 10. Dec - Thu, 17. Dec

6:10 - 14:00LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

6h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

9h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

202 €Lufthansa

Sun, 29. Nov - Sat, 5. Dec

10:30 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

12h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

9h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

214 €Lufthansa

Sun, 29. Nov - Sat, 5. Dec

10:30 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

12h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

9h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

216 €Lufthansa

Fri, 15. Jan - Sun, 17. Jan

6:10 - 14:00LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

6h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

9h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

216 €Lufthansa

Mon, 23. Nov - Mon, 30. Nov

6:10 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:05 - 9:45RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

217 €Lufthansa

Mon, 23. Nov - Mon, 30. Nov

6:10 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:05 - 9:45RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

234 €Lufthansa

Wed, 2. Dec - Wed, 16. Dec

10:30 - 22:40LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

11h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

14:40 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

9h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

252 €Lufthansa

Recent last minute flight deals from Leipzig to Riga

Tue, 3. Nov - Thu, 26. Nov

18:40 - 13:05LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

17h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:05 - 9:45RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

335 €Lufthansa

Mon, 2. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov

6:10 - 13:05LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

5h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

14:40 - 18:00RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

338 €Lufthansa

Tue, 3. Nov - Thu, 26. Nov

18:40 - 16:15LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

20h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vilnius

6:05 - 9:45RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

403 €Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov

18:40 - 23:55LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

4h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:05 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

18h 10m2 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Frankfurt am Main

414 €Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3. Nov - Thu, 26. Nov

18:40 - 16:15LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

20h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vilnius

13:50 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

10h 25m2 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Frankfurt am Main

438 €Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov

6:10 - 21:00LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

13h 50m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Václav Havel Prague Manchester

14:40 - 18:00RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

4h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

520 €Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov

6:10 - 21:00LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

13h 50m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Václav Havel Prague Manchester

13:45 - 23:15RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

10h 30m2 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Frankfurt am Main

529 €Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov

6:10 - 21:00LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

13h 50m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Václav Havel Prague Manchester

8:00 - 18:00RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

11h 00m3 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen Frankfurt am Main

595 €Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3. Nov - Thu, 26. Nov

18:40 - 6:30LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

10h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vilnius

7:30 - 18:00RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

11h 30m3 stops Stockholm Arlanda Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

595 €Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3. Nov - Thu, 26. Nov

10:25 - 1:20LEJ Leipzig/Halle-RIX Riga Intl

13h 55m3 stops Vienna Intl London Heathrow Kastrup Copenhagen

6:30 - 18:00RIX Riga Intl-LEJ Leipzig/Halle

12h 30m3 stops Stockholm Arlanda Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

674 €Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Leipzig to Riga? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Leipzig to Riga departing in December.

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How long is a flight from Leipzig to Riga?
A direct flight from Leipzig to Riga takes 00m, covering 1.571 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Leipzig to Riga?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Leipzig to Riga flight?
Return flights from Leipzig to Riga range from 298 € to 461 €, with an average of 336 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 298 € counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Leipzig to Riga changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 185 € to 684 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?
Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 3 € for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• CarWiz
• Alamo
• Thrifty
Which airports can I use when flying from Leipzig to Riga?
Flights from Leipzig to Riga usually depart from Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).
Which airports do connecting flights from Leipzig to Riga pass through?
Most connecting flights from Leipzig to Riga pass through Frankfurt am Main (FRA), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Leipzig to Riga?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Leipzig to Riga. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 307 € return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at 595 €, a difference of 288 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Leipzig and Riga?
Riga is 1 hour ahead of Leipzig (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average 307 €, which is about 288 € less than Wednesday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Leipzig to Riga trip for June. Fares historically average 239 € return in that month – typically 387 € less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Riga Intl Airport.

• Sky High Hotel
• Airport Hotel Mara
• Airport Hotel ABC

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