Direct (nonstop) flights from Riga to Dubai

2 airlines fly nonstop from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). It's 2,683 miles (4,318 km), about 6h 45m in the air. Operated by Air Baltic, flydubai.

RIX
Riga International Airport
🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia
DXB
Dubai International Airport
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Flight Time
6h 45m
Distance
2,683 mi
4,318 km
CO₂/pax
410 kg
−69 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Baltic +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Air Baltic Air Baltic flydubai flydubai

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Baltic BT Air Baltic
Route
RIX → DXB
Flight Time
6h 45m
Distance
2,683 mi
flydubai FZ flydubai
Route
RIX → DXB
Flight Time
6h 45m
Distance
2,683 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Riga to Dubai with one stop · direct emits 410 kg CO₂ per passenger

RIX EVN (Yerevan) DXB
Leg 1: 4h (1,478 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,207 mi) Total: ~7h 5m 🍃 479 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → EVN
4h · 1,478 mi
View RIX to EVN flights →
Leg 2
EVN → DXB
3h 5m · 1,207 mi
View EVN to DXB flights →
RIX BUD (Budapest) DXB
Leg 1: 1h 55m (685 mi) Leg 2: 5h 15m (2,492 mi) Total: ~7h 10m 🍃 533 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → BUD
1h 55m · 685 mi
View RIX to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → DXB
5h 15m · 2,492 mi
View BUD to DXB flights →
RIX WAW (Warsaw) DXB
Leg 1: 1h 20m (350 mi) Leg 2: 6h (2,582 mi) Total: ~7h 20m 🍃 485 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → WAW
1h 20m · 350 mi
View RIX to WAW flights →
Leg 2
WAW → DXB
6h · 2,582 mi
View WAW to DXB flights →
RIX VNO (Vilnius) DXB
Leg 1: 50m (165 mi) Leg 2: 6h 35m (2,542 mi) Total: ~7h 25m 🍃 445 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → VNO
50m · 165 mi
View RIX to VNO flights →
Leg 2
VNO → DXB
6h 35m · 2,542 mi
View VNO to DXB flights →
RIX OTP (Bucharest) DXB
Leg 1: 2h 25m (858 mi) Leg 2: 5h (2,110 mi) Total: ~7h 25m 🍃 541 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → OTP
2h 25m · 858 mi
View RIX to OTP flights →
Leg 2
OTP → DXB
5h · 2,110 mi
View OTP to DXB flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Riga to Dubai?

A nonstop flight from Riga (RIX) to Dubai (DXB) takes approximately 6 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 2,683 miles (4,318 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Riga to Dubai?

2 airlines: Air Baltic, flydubai.

Is there a nonstop flight from Riga to Dubai?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Baltic, flydubai.

How far is Riga from Dubai?

The flight distance from Riga to Dubai is 2,683 miles (4,318 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Riga and Dubai?

Dubai is 1 hour ahead of Riga. (Europe/Riga vs Asia/Dubai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Riga to Dubai?

At 6h 45m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Latvia to United Arab Emirates?

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

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

Roughly 410 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,050 km.

Is the return flight from Dubai to Riga 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 Riga to Dubai?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Riga International Airport for this flight?

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