UTair Resumes Flights to Riga

On November 1, 2015 UTair Aviation will reintroduce regular flights between Moscow and Riga.

Flights will be performed daily with Boeing 737-500 airliners in business and economy class configurations from Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow with departure at 18:45 and departure from Riga International Airport at 20:30. One-way airfares start at €99.*

“Addition of nonstop UTair flights to Riga and convenient connections with other UTair flights at Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow will provide passengers from most regions across Russia with opportunity for comfortable and affordable travel to one of the most beautiful European cities,” said UTair – Passenger Airlines President Alexey Budnik.

Today Riga is a business and cultural center of the Baltic states famous for its spectacular architecture and unique historic landmarks. The visual impression of Riga has been carved over many years by a fusion of Swedish, German, Polish and Russian cultures and traditions. The historic Riga city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is deservingly considered one of the most beautiful places in Europe. Tourists from all over the world come to Riga to get a taste of the medieval spirit and to see famous architectural sights such as the Riga Cathedral, the House of the Blackheads, the Riga Castle, the Swedish Gate, the Reutern House, the Powder Tower, Saint Peter’s Church and other landmarks.