Direct (nonstop) flights from Riga to Chisinau

1 airline flys nonstop from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chisinau International Airport (RMO). It's 721 miles (1,161 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Air Baltic.

RIX
Riga International Airport
🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia
RMO
Chisinau International Airport
🇲🇩 Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
721 mi
1,161 km
CO₂/pax
134 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Baltic
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Baltic Air Baltic

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Baltic BT Air Baltic
Route
RIX → RMO
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
721 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Riga to Chisinau with one stop · direct emits 134 kg CO₂ per passenger

RIX VNO (Vilnius) RMO
Leg 1: 50m (165 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (556 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → VNO
50m · 165 mi
View RIX to VNO flights →
Leg 2
VNO → RMO
2h 15m · 556 mi
View VNO to RMO flights →
RIX WAW (Warsaw) RMO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (508 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → WAW
1h 20m · 350 mi
View RIX to WAW flights →
Leg 2
WAW → RMO
1h 50m · 508 mi
View WAW to RMO flights →
RIX BUD (Budapest) RMO
Leg 1: 1h 55m (685 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (456 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 236 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → BUD
1h 55m · 685 mi
View RIX to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → RMO
1h 30m · 456 mi
View BUD to RMO flights →
RIX VIE (Vienna) RMO
Leg 1: 2h (683 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (583 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → VIE
2h · 683 mi
View RIX to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → RMO
1h 35m · 583 mi
View VIE to RMO flights →
RIX OTP (Bucharest) RMO
Leg 1: 2h 25m (858 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (214 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 224 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → OTP
2h 25m · 858 mi
View RIX to OTP flights →
Leg 2
OTP → RMO
1h 10m · 214 mi
View OTP to RMO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Riga to Chisinau?

A nonstop flight from Riga (RIX) to Chisinau (RMO) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 721 miles (1,161 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Riga to Chisinau?

Just Air Baltic.

Is there a nonstop flight from Riga to Chisinau?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Baltic.

How far is Riga from Chisinau?

The flight distance from Riga to Chisinau is 721 miles (1,161 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Riga to Chisinau?

At 2h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Latvia to Republic of Moldova?

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

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

Roughly 134 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 670 km.

Is the return flight from Chisinau 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 Chisinau?

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.