Riga RIX to Kraków KRK flight with LOT Polish Airlines

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Journey information

Overview: Riga to Kraków flight

LatviaLatvia
PolandPoland
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Flights from Riga to Kraków depart on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
813 km
Average flight duration
2h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Flights per day
22
Direct flights
1
Fastest flight
1h 40m
Cheapest month to travel
January
First flight
05:00
Last flight
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from Riga to Kraków

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€248

Average price

€617

Fastest journey

3 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 23 m

Flights per day

24

Distance

813 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Riga to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Riga to Kraków will cost around €617 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €248.

Fast flights

It's difficult to get from Riga to Kraków without transferring at least once.

LOT Polish AirlinesLO782 · LO3921
06:40PM3h10
Riga International Airport
08:50PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
2481One-way
1 transfer
LOT Polish AirlinesLO784 · LO3911
01:50PM11h00
Riga International Airport
11:50PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
2481One-way
1 transfer
LOT Polish AirlinesLO782 · LO3907
06:40PM17h40
Riga International Airport
11:20AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
2481One-way
1 transfer
LOT Polish AirlinesLO784 · LO3919
01:50PM3h10
Riga International Airport
04:00PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
2481One-way
1 transfer
LOT Polish AirlinesLO784 · LO3923
01:50PM4h40
Riga International Airport
05:30PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
2481One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Riga to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riga to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €25.

Distance: 813 km

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Flight
Most popular
Bus

€144

Average price

€50

Average price

Cheapest

5h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 26m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

16h 45m

Average total duration

16h 15m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2.4 - 4.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Riga to Kraków flight times

Showing flights for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:39 PM
Last updated at 10:39 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sasSK9615 · SK1455 · SK17355:00 AM Riga International Airport
27h45
8:45 AM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticSN4008+austrian_airlinesOS292+braathens_regional_aviationOS6795:20 AM Riga International Airport
7h40
1:00 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticSN4008+brussels_airlinesSN2645+lufthansaSN71355:20 AM Riga International Airport
10h30
3:50 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
norwegian_air_shuttleD82002 · D83233 · D835626:00 AM Riga International Airport
37h30
7:30 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
lot_polish_airlinesLO784 · LO391111:50 AM Riga International Airport
11h00
10:50 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO784 · LO391911:50 AM Riga International Airport
3h10
3:00 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO784 · LO392311:50 AM Riga International Airport
4h40
4:30 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO784 · LO392111:50 AM Riga International Airport
8h00
7:50 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
lufthansaLH891 · LH114 · LH162612:35 PM Riga International Airport
10h00
10:35 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
lufthansaLH891 · LH136812:35 PM Riga International Airport
4h45
5:20 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
lufthansaLH891 · LH137012:35 PM Riga International Airport
9h40
10:15 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
air_balticSN4012+austrian_airlinesOS298+braathens_regional_aviationOS6833:00 PM Riga International Airport
7h35
10:35 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticLX4313+austrian_airlinesLX3568+braathens_regional_aviationOS6833:00 PM Riga International Airport
7h35
10:35 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticLX4313+lufthansaLX3610 · LH13703:00 PM Riga International Airport
7h15
10:15 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticSN4012+brussels_airlinesSN2617+lufthansaSN71213:00 PM Riga International Airport
7h15
10:15 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticLH4455+austrian_airlinesOS188+braathens_regional_aviationOS6833:10 PM Riga International Airport
7h25
10:35 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticLH4455+lufthansaLH16263:10 PM Riga International Airport
7h25
10:35 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
air_balticOS7030+austrian_airlinesOS189+lufthansaLH16263:40 PM Riga International Airport
6h55
10:35 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
air_balticOS7030+braathens_regional_aviationOS6833:40 PM Riga International Airport
6h55
10:35 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
sasSK9617 · SK1475 · SK17354:30 PM Riga International Airport
16h15
8:45 AM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
sasSK9617 · SK1461 · SK17354:30 PM Riga International Airport
16h15
8:45 AM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice2 transfers
lot_polish_airlinesLO782 · LO39214:40 PM Riga International Airport
3h10
7:50 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO782 · LO39074:40 PM Riga International Airport
17h40
10:20 AM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO782 · LO39114:40 PM Riga International Airport
6h10
10:50 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice1 transfer

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Airlines: LOT Polish Airlines, Buzz, Norwegian Air from Riga to KrakówFind the best flights between Riga to Kraków with Omio's travel partners LOT Polish Airlines, Buzz, Norwegian Air from €25. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

LOT Polish Airlines

About
LOT Polish Airlines, legally Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT S.A., is the flag carrier of Poland and one of the world's oldest airlines, founded in 1928. It is a founding member of IATA and joined the Star Alliance in 2003. With its main hub at Warsaw Chopin Airport, LOT serves over 97 destinations across Europe, Asia, and North America with a fleet of 87 aircraft as of June 2025. The airline is recognized for operating one of Europe's youngest fleets and was the first European operator of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
€165
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8kg, 55x40x23cm) and 1 personal item (40x35x12cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, with fees varying by route and timing of purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refunds depend on ticket type - flex tickets offer full refund, economy tickets are non-refundable but taxes can be reclaimed
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can travel up to 32nd week without medical certificate, up to 36th week with medical certificate issued max 7 days before flight
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel as UM with mandatory assistance. Service must be booked at least 48h before departure
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
LOT provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special seating arrangements
Pets
Small pets under 8kg allowed in cabin, larger animals in cargo hold. Must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board

Norwegian Air

About
Norwegian Air International (NAI) was an Irish airline and a fully integrated subsidiary of Norwegian Air Shuttle, operating under its corporate identity. Headquartered at Dublin Airport, NAI operated flights to destinations across Europe and the Middle East from various European bases. Between 2017 and 2019, it also offered services from Europe to the United States and Canada. NAI received its operating license and air operator's certificate from Ireland in February 2014, allowing it to leverage European Union airline freedoms. By April 2021, its aircraft and operations were gradually transferred to its Swedish sister airline, Norwegian Air Sweden, and its parent company.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
€219
Luggage included
LowFare includes personal item (under seat, max 23x33x20cm)
Additional luggage
Extra baggage can be purchased online or at airport. Checked baggage allowance is 23kg
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24h of booking if flight is more than 7 days away. After that, cancellation fees apply based on fare type
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can travel up to end of 36th week (32nd week for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-17. Must be booked at least 48h before departure. Service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Norwegian Air provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special seating arrangements
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 8kg including carrier. Must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board

Buzz

About
Buzz is a Polish airline, a subsidiary of Ryanair Holdings, headquartered in Warsaw. It operates scheduled flights on behalf of Ryanair and also offers its own charter flights from bases in Poland, Czechia, and Bulgaria. Originally launched by KLM in 1999 as a low-cost carrier, it was acquired by Ryanair in 2003 and ceased operations in 2004. The Buzz name was revived in 2019 when Ryanair rebranded its Polish charter airline, Ryanair Sun, to Buzz. Buzz operates a fleet primarily consisting of Boeing 737 aircraft.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Buzz frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (40x30x20cm) included
Additional luggage
Extra cabin bag (55x40x20cm) and checked baggage available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24h of booking if flight is more than 7 days away
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can travel up to 32nd week, medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
No unaccompanied children under 16. We cannot provide an escort or special facilities.
Amenities on board the airplane
USB plugs
Accessibility
Buzz provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility or disabilities. Services include wheelchair assistance and priority boarding, and it's advised to request these services in advance.

FAQs: Riga to Kraków Flight

FAQs: Take a flight from Riga to Kraków hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Riga to Kraków.
FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Riga to Kraków can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Riga to Kraków is €165; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Riga to Kraków is 1 h 40 min   to travel the 813 km long route, with around there are 14 flights per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Riga to Kraków leaves at 04: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Riga to Kraków leaves at 20: 35.
There are 14 flights a day from Riga to Kraków which require at least one change with LOT Polish Airlines, Norwegian Air or Buzz. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer flights.
When taking a flight from Riga to Kraków, you can count on LOT Polish Airlines, Norwegian Air or Buzz for the best way to get you to Kraków. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Riga and Kraków and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.

Flights from Riga to Kraków generally leave from Riga International Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.

Riga International Airport is 10 km away from Riga city centre and John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice is 17.1 km from Kraków city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Riga to Kraków by plane is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Kraków from Riga including taking a coach or flight.
Since both Riga and Kraków are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is a time difference of 1 h between Riga and Kraków all year round.
For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

popular airports

Popular airports from Riga to Kraków

Riga
Kraków
The major airport for departures in Riga is Riga International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Riga International Airport for your trip from Riga to Kraków.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
A10, exit P133
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in the terminal, including duty-free and local brands.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available near the terminal, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • VIP Lounge available, access with a fee or membership.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the arrivals area.
Public transit options for Riga International Airport
  • Bus: 22
  • Minibus: 322

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