On this page, you can search for and book flights from Riga to Istanbul. The distance between the cities is 1,809 km, with a flight frequency of approximately 14 flights per week. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Riga airport and how to get from Istanbul airport to the city center.
Flights on this route are operated by BT, TK, and J2. Due to dynamic pricing, we suggest using the price trend chart and interactive calendar below to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Riga → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Air Baltic and AZAL. Departures from Riga International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Riga — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 423 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 892 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Riga → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 852 | high | May | AED 752 | medium | Sep | AED 802 | medium |
| Feb | AED 602 | low | Jun | AED 953 | high | Oct | AED 752 | medium |
| Mar | AED 627 | low | Jul | AED 1,003 | high | Nov | AED 652 | low |
| Apr | AED 702 | medium | Aug | AED 1,053 | high | Dec | AED 903 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Istanbul are most favorable in August, when average highs reach 28.8°C with minimal rainfall. The coolest and rainiest month is January, featuring an average temperature of around 9.6°C and a high probability of wet weather.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in November, starting AED 423. The peak pricing period occurs in June, with fares starting AED 892, making it the most expensive month to plan your trip.
October is considered an optimal time to travel, as air temperatures remain comfortable (up to 20.2°C) and ticket costs stay around AED 433. We recommend avoiding booking for April if your goal is maximum budget savings.
There are 3 airlines operating on this route, with Turkish Airlines and airBaltic being the key carriers. Direct flights between the cities are provided by regular services, with a frequency of about 14 departures per week. Detailed schedule data and specific days of the week are available in the airline cards below.
Flights Riga — Istanbul depart from Riga International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes an average of about 3 hours, covering a distance of 1,809 km.
Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, airBaltic, and Azerbaijan Airlines.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with a total of about 14 departures per week.
Most flights from Latvia arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).
Russian citizens do not require a visa to visit Turkey for tourism purposes for up to 60 days.
Ticket prices change constantly based on demand; you can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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