Fly private between Manchester and Riga from US$25,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Manchester (MAN) to Riga (RIX) and Riga to Manchester — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Manchester to Riga is roughly 1,704 kilometres — 1,059 miles, or 920 nautical miles.
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Expect US$25,000 – US$68,500 for a one-way charter between Manchester and Riga, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 32m | 2h 17m – 2h 47m | €33,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 22m | 2h 08m – 2h 36m | €46,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 32m | €33,000 – €46,000 (~US$35,500 – US$49,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 30m | €36,000 – €51,000 (~US$39,000 – US$54,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 24m | €40,000 – €55,000 (~US$42,500 – US$59,500) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 22m | €46,000 – €64,000 (~US$49,000 – US$68,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 22m | €50,000 – €70,000 (~US$54,000 – US$75,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 24m | €55,000 – €76,000 (~US$59,000 – US$82,000) | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Manchester and Riga? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Manchester, United Kingdom: Manchester Airport, Hawarden Airport, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Warton Aerodrome and Blackpool Airport.
Riga, Latvia: Riga International Airport and Jūrmala Airport.
| Manchester Airport | Riga International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGCC / MAN | EVRA / RIX |
| Longest hard runway | 10,007 ft | 10,499 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 257 ft | 36 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Manchester to Riga can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Manchester Airport has 10,007 ft and Riga International Airport 10,499 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,704 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Hawarden Airport (6,867 ft, 50 km) · Liverpool John Lennon Airport (7,497 ft, 38 km) · Warton Aerodrome (7,946 ft, 59 km) · Blackpool Airport (6,129 ft, 68 km) · Jūrmala Airport (8,197 ft, 45 km) · Spilve Aerodrome (3,281 ft, 10 km) · Ādaži Airfield · AMO Plant Heliport
Travel Manchester–Riga with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Manchester–Riga quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Manchester–Riga runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
The Manchester to Riga route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$25,000 – US$68,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 32m gate to gate over 1,704 km (1,059 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Manchester–Riga departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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