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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $139. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Bucharest.$128 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 14, returning Thu, Sep 17.Round-trip flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Mon, Sep 14, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Bucharest Baneasa on Thu, Sep 17, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $128, select.
Bucharest.$136 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 12, returning Sun, Oct 18.Round-trip flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Bucharest Baneasa on Sun, Oct 18, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $136, select.
Bucharest.$139 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 7, returning Sun, Jul 12.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Tue, Jul 7, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Bucharest Baneasa on Sun, Jul 12, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $139, select.
Bucharest.$141 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 25, returning Wed, Nov 4.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Sun, Oct 25, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, Nov 4, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Bucharest.$141 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 30, returning Mon, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Sun, Aug 30, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Bucharest Baneasa on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Bucharest.$144 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 15, returning Wed, Jun 17.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, Jun 17, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.
Bucharest.$148 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 23, returning Sun, Aug 30.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Sun, Aug 23, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Bucharest Baneasa on Sun, Aug 30, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $148, select.
Bucharest.$149 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 15, returning Fri, Jul 3.Round-trip flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Riga International on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Jul 3, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Bucharest.$156 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 6, returning Sun, Nov 8.Round-trip flight with Norwegian Air Sweden and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departing from Riga International on Fri, Nov 6, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, Nov 8, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.
Bucharest.$160 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 6, returning Thu, Aug 13.Round-trip flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Riga International on Thu, Aug 6, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.
Bucharest.$160 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 2, returning Mon, Oct 5.Round-trip flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Riga International on Fri, Oct 2, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, Oct 5, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.
Bucharest.$160 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 23, returning Mon, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Riga International on Fri, Oct 23, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.
Bucharest.$160 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 7, returning Sun, Sep 13.Round-trip flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Riga International on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, Sep 13, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.
Bucharest.$160 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 30, returning Wed, Sep 2.Round-trip flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Riga International on Sun, Aug 30, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.
Bucharest.$160 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 2, returning Fri, Nov 6.Round-trip flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Riga International on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Nov 6, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.
Bucharest.$160 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 4, returning Fri, Jan 8.Round-trip flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Riga International on Mon, Jan 4, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departing from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, Jan 8, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riga International to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from $144
Jul
from $139
Aug
from $148
Sep
from $128
Oct
from $136
Nov
from $156
Dec
from $215
Jan
from $160
Feb
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Mar
from $202
Apr
from $195
May
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Alternative Riga International to Bucharest routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Riga International to Bucharest? You could fly into the following airports instead.

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Riga to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$128
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineTAROM
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Riga International to Bucharest: Frequently asked questions

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Riga International to Bucharest is $128. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Riga International to Bucharest.
TAROM, airBaltic and Air Serbia fly direct from Riga International to Bucharest.
There are 14 flights per week flying from Riga International to Bucharest, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Bucharest is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Bucharest on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bucharest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Ryanair and airBaltic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Traveling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Expect to be traveling for 2 hours 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest.

  • Riga (the location of Riga International Airport) and Bucharest are in the same timezone — UTC+2.

  • The busiest route is from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). There are four services every week between these two airports. Air Baltic offers a 07:15 departure between RIX and OTP.

  • To avoid rushing for your RIX to Bucharest flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.

  • Start your trip at RIX and travel straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Riga International Airport to Bucharest tickets.

  • Keep your eyes peeled for offers from Air Baltic. This airline has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Bucharest.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from RIX to Bucharest, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Located around 10 kilometers from central Riga, RIX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near RIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • 79% of flights leaving from Riga International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Bucharest

  • $53 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Bucharest flight. A return ticket right now is $128. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To snag cheap flights from RIX to Bucharest, book your trip four months before your departure date.

  • Organize your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Riga International Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from RIX to Bucharest is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a deal gets even better.

  • Save on your flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 16 kilometers from the center of Bucharest. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes around 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week before your flight from RIX to Bucharest can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Baneasa Airport (BBU)

  • If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 8 kilometers from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Keep an eye out for any visitor information kiosks to point you in the right direction after disembarking your flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest.

  • You'll find some great places to rest your head close to BBU. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your RIX to Bucharest flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BBU can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Bucharest. To skip the crowds, visit Bucharest in January.

  • Before locking in your Riga International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from RIX to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about Bucharest

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bucharest right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Riga International Airport to Bucharest:

  • Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and Caru' cu Bere are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Bucharest itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Bank of Romania Museum.

Explore more of Romania

  • Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometers away to the north, its best attractions include Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.

  • Around 322 kilometers northwest of Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca is another favorite stop in Romania. Experience major highlights starting with St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.

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