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Flights from Istanbul to Riga

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Riga (RIX) take about 2h 43m (1,773 km). airBaltic flies it. Lowest fare seen: $139 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Riga

Carriers on IST–RIX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ airBalticnonstop fare seen

Istanbul to Riga fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Mar 2027, from $139 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $85. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$38030 Oct 2026 · airBaltic$187 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$16227 Nov 2026 · airBaltic$109 · 1 stop30 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$14628 Dec 2026 · airBaltic$85 · 1 stop28 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$18027 Jan 2027 · airBaltic$89 · 1 stop27 Jan 2027
Mar 2027$1398 Mar 2027 · airBaltic$85 · 1 stop2 Mar 2027
Jul 2027$13914 Jul 2027 · airBaltic—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $85 in December 2026, against $109 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to Riga, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Riga

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Latvia is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to Riga flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Riga?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Riga (RIX) takes about 2h 43m, covering 1,773 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from Riga by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and Riga International Airport is 1,773 km (1,102 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Riga?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–RIX route include airBaltic. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to Riga cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–RIX was $139 USD with airBaltic (nonstop), departing 8 Mar 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Riga?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $85 one-way, against $187 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Istanbul to Riga?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $85 with one stop against $139 nonstop, a saving of $54. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to Latvia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Latvia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Riga?
Latvia is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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