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Cheapest round-trip
$166
Typical prices: $175-$319
LOT
Wed 1/31Mon 2/5
IST - RIX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$176
Typical prices: $173-$312
airBaltic
Mon 3/5Mon 3/12
IST - RIX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and airBaltic. Average duration is 3h 14m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 34% price drop
May
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW)
Shortest trip • 14h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Riga (IST-RIX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Riga

Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 5
LOT Logo
6:30 pm - 5:55 pmIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
24h 25m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
LOT Logo
6:40 pm - 5:35 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
21h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$166LOT
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:30 pm - 1:30 amIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
8h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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6:40 pm - 2:00 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
18h 20m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$167LOT
Fri, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 12
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4:50 pm - 7:00 pmIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
3h 10mnonstop
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11:40 am - 3:55 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 15mnonstop
$176airBaltic
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 5
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4:00 pm - 6:10 pmIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
3h 10mnonstop
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11:40 am - 3:55 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 15mnonstop
$177airBaltic
Fri, Mar 26 - Mon, Mar 29
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4:50 pm - 7:00 pmIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
3h 10mnonstop
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11:35 am - 2:50 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 15mnonstop
$177airBaltic
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 5
LOT Logo
12:10 pm - 5:55 pmIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
6h 45m2 stops Krakow J. Paul II Balice Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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6:40 pm - 2:00 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
18h 20m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$194LOT
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
LOT Logo
6:30 pm - 1:30 amIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
8h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
LOT Logo
6:05 am - 2:00 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
6h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$198LOT
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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3:55 pm - 6:10 pmIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
3h 15mnonstop
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11:40 am - 4:05 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 25mnonstop
$225Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 21
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3:55 pm - 6:10 pmIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
3h 15mnonstop
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11:40 am - 4:05 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 25mnonstop
$230Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 10:45 amIST  Istanbul-RIX Riga Intl
3h 15mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 4:05 pmRIX  Riga Intl-IST Istanbul
3h 25mnonstop
$263Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Riga flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga typically range from $175 to $319. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $166, on LOT.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Riga. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 96% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

•April and May are the cheapest months to fly from Istanbul Airport to Riga at $169 round-trip.
•February ($357) and November ($346) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Riga flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$88
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 99% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Riga

When to book flights from Istanbul to Riga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Riga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Riga flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Riga:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:30 am and lands at 11:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:50 pm and lands at 8:04 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 14m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Riga takes 3h 14m, covering 1,101 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Riga flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga range from $175 to $319, with an average of $255 over the past 12 months. Anything below $175 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $251 round-trip and layover options via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) at $255.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $26–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Finnair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Riga spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Riga flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Riga changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $166 to $1,180. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Riga looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Riga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $161, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?

    Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • CarWiz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Riga route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 22m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga pass through?

    Connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga most commonly pass through:

    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $182 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $500, a difference of $318.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    2 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Riga. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • airBaltic

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul Airport to Riga?

    Flying via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 31m, compared with 14h 50m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Riga?

    Riga is 1 hour behind Istanbul Airport (Eastern European Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Istanbul Airport to Riga flights?

    Among airlines operating Istanbul Airport to Riga flights:

    • airBaltic: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Riga flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • airBaltic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Riga flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $182, about $318 less than Sunday fares (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Riga trip for April. Fares historically average $169 round-trip in that month - typically $188 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Turkish Airlines. Over the past three months, 87% of Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Riga arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 22m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Riga Intl Airport.

    • Hampton by Hilton Riga Airport
    • Sky High Hotel
    • Airport Hotel Mara

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Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Riga Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Riga Intl

Monday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

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Direct returns

Riga Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

Turkish Airlines,airBaltic

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