Direct (nonstop) flights from Riga to Tallinn

1 airline flys nonstop from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tallinn (TLL). It's 175 miles (281 km), about 50m in the air. Operated by Air Baltic.

RIX
Riga International Airport
🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia
TLL
Tallinn
🇪🇪 Tallinn, Estonia
Flight Time
50m
Distance
175 mi
281 km
CO₂/pax
32 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Baltic
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Baltic Air Baltic

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Baltic BT Air Baltic
Route
RIX → TLL
Flight Time
50m
Distance
175 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Riga to Tallinn with one stop · direct emits 32 kg CO₂ per passenger

RIX HEL (Helsinki) TLL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (237 mi) Leg 2: 30m (62 mi) Total: ~1h 40m 🍃 81 kg CO₂ (+153% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → HEL
1h 10m · 237 mi
View RIX to HEL flights →
Leg 2
HEL → TLL
30m · 62 mi
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RIX VNO (Vilnius) TLL
Leg 1: 50m (165 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (331 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+266% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → VNO
50m · 165 mi
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Leg 2
VNO → TLL
1h 10m · 331 mi
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RIX ARN (Stockholm) TLL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (290 mi) Leg 2: 55m (242 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+288% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → ARN
1h 10m · 290 mi
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Leg 2
ARN → TLL
55m · 242 mi
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RIX CPH (Copenhagen) TLL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (444 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (521 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+534% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → CPH
1h 25m · 444 mi
View RIX to CPH flights →
Leg 2
CPH → TLL
1h 35m · 521 mi
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RIX WAW (Warsaw) TLL
Leg 1: 1h 20m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (523 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+484% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → WAW
1h 20m · 350 mi
View RIX to WAW flights →
Leg 2
WAW → TLL
1h 40m · 523 mi
View WAW to TLL flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Riga to Tallinn?

A nonstop flight from Riga (RIX) to Tallinn (TLL) takes approximately 0 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 175 miles (281 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Riga to Tallinn?

Just Air Baltic.

Is there a nonstop flight from Riga to Tallinn?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Baltic.

How far is Riga from Tallinn?

The flight distance from Riga to Tallinn is 175 miles (281 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Riga to Tallinn?

At 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 32 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 160 km.

Is the return flight from Tallinn 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 Tallinn?

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.