Cheap Flights from Riga to Istanbul from US$98

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Riga to Istanbul (RIX-IST)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Norwegian Air Sweden offers one-way fares as low as US$98 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. RIX to SAW on Thu, Sep 17), while Norwegian Air Sweden offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$153 departing on Sat, Sep 26 and returning on Thu, Oct 1.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Riga to Istanbul?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Riga to Istanbul with the following airlines, including: Airbaltic Turkish Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Riga to Istanbul?

  It takes about 3 hours 15 minutes to fly from Riga to Istanbul.

• When is the best time to book flights from Riga to Istanbul?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Riga to Istanbul is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Riga to Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 34 flight per week flying from Riga to Istanbul. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Airbaltic: S/-/T/-/T/F/S -- BT7440 (11:09) Airbaltic: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- BT7442 (20:10) Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK1776 (20:10)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Riga to Istanbul?

  To find best deals on flights from Riga to Istanbul, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Sep 17, with one-way flights priced at just US$98.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Airbaltic.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Istanbul travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Riga (RIX) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Riga to Istanbul is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riga to Istanbul on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga to Istanbul on August 26, 2026 with Ryanair, with prices starting at US$92.

• Which airports can I fly to for Istanbul from Riga?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Istanbul, with Riga International Airport to Istanbul Airport (RIX-IST) is by far the most common option on this route: Ataturk Airport (ISL) Istanbul Airport (IST) Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).

• Is there any time difference between Riga and Istanbul?

  The time difference between Istanbul and Riga is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Riga to Istanbul?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Riga to Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Riga to Istanbul is US$250. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Riga to Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Riga to Istanbul is US$457. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Riga to Istanbul on Trip.com?

  Enter Riga and Istanbul, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Riga to Istanbul route?

  AJetare the most popular budget airlines flying from Riga to Istanbul. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.