Direct (nonstop) flights from Palanga to Riga

1 airline flys nonstop from Palanga Intl (PLQ) to Riga International Airport (RIX). It's 129 miles (208 km), about 40m in the air. Operated by Air Baltic.

PLQ
Palanga Intl
🇱🇹 Palanga, Lithuania
RIX
Riga International Airport
🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia
Flight Time
40m
Distance
129 mi
208 km
CO₂/pax
24 kg
−144 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Baltic
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Baltic Air Baltic

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Baltic BT Air Baltic
Route
PLQ → RIX
Flight Time
40m
Distance
129 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Palanga to Riga with one stop · direct emits 24 kg CO₂ per passenger

PLQ CPH (Copenhagen) RIX
Leg 1: 1h 10m (329 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (444 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+600% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLQ → CPH
1h 10m · 329 mi
View PLQ to CPH flights →
Leg 2
CPH → RIX
1h 20m · 444 mi
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PLQ OSL (Oslo) RIX
Leg 1: 1h 25m (468 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (516 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+767% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLQ → OSL
1h 25m · 468 mi
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Leg 2
OSL → RIX
1h 30m · 516 mi
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PLQ BGO (Bergen) RIX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (651 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (713 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+1058% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLQ → BGO
1h 50m · 651 mi
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Leg 2
BGO → RIX
1h 55m · 713 mi
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PLQ AMS (Amsterdam) RIX
Leg 1: 2h 10m (706 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (831 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 310 kg CO₂ (+1192% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLQ → AMS
2h 10m · 706 mi
View PLQ to AMS flights →
Leg 2
AMS → RIX
2h 10m · 831 mi
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PLQ STN (London) RIX
Leg 1: 2h 30m (891 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,012 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+1404% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLQ → STN
2h 30m · 891 mi
View PLQ to STN flights →
Leg 2
STN → RIX
2h 55m · 1,012 mi
View STN to RIX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Palanga to Riga?

A nonstop flight from Palanga (PLQ) to Riga (RIX) takes approximately 0 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 129 miles (208 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Palanga to Riga?

Just Air Baltic.

Is there a nonstop flight from Palanga to Riga?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Baltic.

How far is Palanga from Riga?

The flight distance from Palanga to Riga is 129 miles (208 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Palanga to Riga?

At 40m, 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 Palanga to Riga?

Roughly 24 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 120 km.

Is the return flight from Riga to Palanga 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 Palanga 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 Palanga Intl for this flight?

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