Direct (nonstop) flights from Riga to Thessaloniki

1 airline flys nonstop from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG). It's 1,134 miles (1,825 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Air Baltic.

RIX
Riga International Airport
🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia
SKG
Thessaloniki Airport
🇬🇷 Thessaloniki, Greece
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,134 mi
1,825 km
CO₂/pax
192 kg
−51 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
RIX → SKG
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,134 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Riga to Thessaloniki with one stop · direct emits 192 kg CO₂ per passenger

RIX BEG (Belgrade) SKG
Leg 1: 2h 10m (851 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (326 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → BEG
2h 10m · 851 mi
View RIX to BEG flights →
Leg 2
BEG → SKG
1h 15m · 326 mi
View BEG to SKG flights →
RIX KRK (Krakow) SKG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (503 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (677 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → KRK
1h 35m · 503 mi
View RIX to KRK flights →
Leg 2
KRK → SKG
1h 55m · 677 mi
View KRK to SKG flights →
RIX WAW (Warsaw) SKG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (350 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (810 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → WAW
1h 20m · 350 mi
View RIX to WAW flights →
Leg 2
WAW → SKG
2h 15m · 810 mi
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RIX BUD (Budapest) SKG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (685 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (511 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 247 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → BUD
1h 55m · 685 mi
View RIX to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → SKG
1h 40m · 511 mi
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RIX VIE (Vienna) SKG
Leg 1: 2h (683 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (613 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 264 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → VIE
2h · 683 mi
View RIX to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → SKG
1h 40m · 613 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Riga to Thessaloniki?

A nonstop flight from Riga (RIX) to Thessaloniki (SKG) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,134 miles (1,825 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Riga to Thessaloniki?

Just Air Baltic.

Is there a nonstop flight from Riga to Thessaloniki?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Baltic.

How far is Riga from Thessaloniki?

The flight distance from Riga to Thessaloniki is 1,134 miles (1,825 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Riga to Thessaloniki?

At 2h 50m, 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 Greece?

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

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

Roughly 192 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 960 km.

Is the return flight from Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki?

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 Riga International Airport for this flight?

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