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Flight deals from Riga International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riga International to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$267 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Riga International on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Istanbul.$273 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Fri, 14 Nov.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Istanbul on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.
Istanbul.$273 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.
Istanbul.$273 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Istanbul on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.
Istanbul.$273 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.
Istanbul.$284 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan, returning Fri, 16 Jan.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Istanbul on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.
Istanbul.$284 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.
Istanbul.$302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $302, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riga International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in September.
Apr
from $508
May
from $344
Jun
from $343
Jul
from $334
Aug
from $327
Sep
from $273
Oct
from $273
Nov
from $273
Dec
from $328
Jan
from $284
Feb
from $328
Mar
from $284

Direct flights from Riga International to Istanbul

Riga International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riga International to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Riga to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$267
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week38

Finding cheap flights from Riga International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riga International to Istanbul is $267. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Riga International to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and airBaltic fly direct from Riga International to Istanbul.
As of April 2025, there are 38 flights per week flying from Riga International to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Istanbul is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 10 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Norwegian Air Sweden and airBaltic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Riga.

  • Every week, there are 21 Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 10:45 Air Baltic flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:10 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your RIX to IST flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Air Baltic. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Baltic.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between RIX and IST:

    • Frederic Chopin Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $112. A return plane ticket is currently $267. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from RIX to IST by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • October is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from RIX to IST is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 71.03% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Riga to Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Istanbul in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIX to IST sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Riga to Istanbul

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.