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Cheap flights from Riga (RIX) to Istanbul (IST)

RIX — IST
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riga Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Riga to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riga (RIX) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$264

Good round-trip deal

$465 or less

Good one-way deal

$277 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best time to book a flight from Riga to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riga to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riga to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riga to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Riga to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riga to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riga to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Riga to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Riga to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 75% on flights from Riga to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown airBaltic, LOT, and Turkish Airlines from Riga to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
airBaltic
7.7
Good
181 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).
airBaltic
7.7
Good
181 reviews
airBaltic
7.7
Good
181 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).
LOT
7.6
Good
1,114 reviews
airBaltic
7.7
Good
181 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
airBaltic
7.7
Good
181 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Tommy,Aug 2025

RIX - DUB

Unable to accommodate itinerary modifications to accommodate family funeral - otherwise Baltic Airlines was exceptional (had to book a new flight through Paris and it was an all around pleasant experience).

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Riga to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Riga to Istanbul, you will be flying from Riga Intl. Riga Intl (RIX) is just 5.4 mi from the center of the city. Riga Intl is the only Riga airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 3 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Riga Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riga to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $126, airBaltic will fly you from Riga to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to airBaltic, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and LOT - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $142 and $166, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riga to Istanbul Airport for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riga to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riga to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riga to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riga to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riga to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riga to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riga to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riga to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Riga to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Riga to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Riga to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
airBalticCheapest$126Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$142Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$166Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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