Direct (nonstop) flights from Riga to Warsaw

2 airlines fly nonstop from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). It's 350 miles (563 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Air Baltic, LOT - Polish Airlines.

RIX
Riga International Airport
🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia
WAW
Warsaw Chopin Airport
🇵🇱 Warsaw, Poland
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
350 mi
563 km
CO₂/pax
65 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Baltic +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Air Baltic Air Baltic LOT - Polish Airlines LOT - Polish Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Baltic BT Air Baltic
Route
RIX → WAW
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
350 mi
LOT - Polish Airlines LO LOT - Polish Airlines
Route
RIX → WAW
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
350 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Riga to Warsaw with one stop · direct emits 65 kg CO₂ per passenger

RIX VNO (Vilnius) WAW
Leg 1: 50m (165 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (247 mi) Total: ~1h 55m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → VNO
50m · 165 mi
View RIX to VNO flights →
Leg 2
VNO → WAW
1h 5m · 247 mi
View VNO to WAW flights →
RIX KRK (Krakow) WAW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (503 mi) Leg 2: 50m (153 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+125% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → KRK
1h 35m · 503 mi
View RIX to KRK flights →
Leg 2
KRK → WAW
50m · 153 mi
View KRK to WAW flights →
RIX TLL (Tallinn) WAW
Leg 1: 50m (175 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (523 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+137% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → TLL
50m · 175 mi
View RIX to TLL flights →
Leg 2
TLL → WAW
1h 40m · 523 mi
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RIX HEL (Helsinki) WAW
Leg 1: 1h 10m (237 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (583 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → HEL
1h 10m · 237 mi
View RIX to HEL flights →
Leg 2
HEL → WAW
1h 40m · 583 mi
View HEL to WAW flights →
RIX CPH (Copenhagen) WAW
Leg 1: 1h 25m (444 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (415 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+183% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIX → CPH
1h 25m · 444 mi
View RIX to CPH flights →
Leg 2
CPH → WAW
1h 25m · 415 mi
View CPH to WAW flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Riga to Warsaw?

A nonstop flight from Riga (RIX) to Warsaw (WAW) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 350 miles (563 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Riga to Warsaw?

2 airlines: Air Baltic, LOT - Polish Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Riga to Warsaw?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Baltic, LOT - Polish Airlines.

How far is Riga from Warsaw?

The flight distance from Riga to Warsaw is 350 miles (563 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Riga and Warsaw?

Warsaw is 1 hour behind Riga. (Europe/Riga vs Europe/Warsaw.)

What type of aircraft flies from Riga to Warsaw?

At 1h 20m, 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 Poland?

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

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

Roughly 65 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 325 km.

Is the return flight from Warsaw 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 Warsaw?

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.