New flights announced between Manchester and Riga
Latvian airline airBaltic has launched new scheduled flights between Manchester and Riga, Latvia.
The carrier now connects both cities with two weekly flights.
Martin Gauss, airBaltic chief executive, said: “Riga is a dynamic city and the key business centre of the Baltic states and has a lot to offer to both business and leisure travellers.
“It is also a very convenient transfer point with excellent connections within our wide route network. Our expanding 2021 route map reflects the demand we see for destinations after the reopening of more countries for travellers.”
Karen Smart, Manchester Airport managing director, said: “It is great to see airBaltic commence flights to Riga from Manchester Airport.
“As and when travel restrictions continue to ease, the route will offer great access to Eastern Europe and beyond for both leisure and business travellers alike. We look forward to working closely with the team at airBaltic as they grow and develop from Manchester Airport.”
Flights between Manchester and Riga are operated by the Airbus A220-300 aircraft.
A complete schedule of airBaltic flights and tickets for the new destinations are available on the company’s homepage at www.airbaltic.com.
In addition to the new route, airBaltic also continues to offer three convenient and safe connections between the UK and Riga – London, Aberdeen and Edinburgh.
The airline has introduced strong health measures and the flight operations follow the recommendations issued by authorities.
Recognised as one of the most punctual airlines in the world, airBaltic connects the Baltic region with more than 70 destinations in Europe, the Middle East, and the CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States).
It is a joint stock company that was established in 1995. Its primary shareholder is the Latvian state, which holds 96.14% of the stock, while Lars Thuesen holds 3.86% through his fully-owned Aircraft Leasing 1 SIA.
