Direct (nonstop) flights from Kaunas to Riga

1 airline flys nonstop from Kaunas Airport (KUN) to Riga International Airport (RIX). It's 135 miles (217 km), about 55m in the air. Operated by Air Baltic.

KUN
Kaunas Airport
🇱🇹 Kaunas, Lithuania
RIX
Riga International Airport
🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia
Flight Time
55m
Distance
135 mi
217 km
CO₂/pax
25 kg
−127 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Baltic
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Baltic Air Baltic

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Baltic BT Air Baltic
Route
KUN → RIX
Flight Time
55m
Distance
135 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kaunas to Riga with one stop · direct emits 25 kg CO₂ per passenger

KUN ARN (Stockholm) RIX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (396 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (290 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+508% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUN → ARN
1h 20m · 396 mi
View KUN to ARN flights →
Leg 2
ARN → RIX
1h 5m · 290 mi
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KUN GOT (Gothenburg) RIX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (489 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (440 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+688% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUN → GOT
1h 30m · 489 mi
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Leg 2
GOT → RIX
1h 15m · 440 mi
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KUN CPH (Copenhagen) RIX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (452 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (444 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+664% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUN → CPH
1h 30m · 452 mi
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Leg 2
CPH → RIX
1h 20m · 444 mi
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KUN CGN (Cologne) RIX
Leg 1: 2h 10m (760 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (802 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+1156% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUN → CGN
2h 10m · 760 mi
View KUN to CGN flights →
Leg 2
CGN → RIX
2h 10m · 802 mi
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KUN CRL (Brussels) RIX
Leg 1: 2h 20m (877 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (913 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+1324% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUN → CRL
2h 20m · 877 mi
View KUN to CRL flights →
Leg 2
CRL → RIX
2h 25m · 913 mi
View CRL to RIX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kaunas to Riga?

A nonstop flight from Kaunas (KUN) to Riga (RIX) takes approximately 0 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 135 miles (217 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kaunas to Riga?

Just Air Baltic.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kaunas to Riga?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Baltic.

How far is Kaunas from Riga?

The flight distance from Kaunas to Riga is 135 miles (217 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Kaunas to Riga?

At 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Lithuania to Latvia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Latvia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Kaunas to Riga?

Roughly 25 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 125 km.

Is the return flight from Riga to Kaunas also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kaunas to Riga?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kaunas Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.