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Cheap flights from South Africa to Riga from R11 596

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIX
Nov 22 — Nov 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Riga that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 October 2025.

Thu 12/210:10JNB - RIX
2 stops28h 00mLufthansa
Mon 16/214:35RIX - JNB
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 22/10R11 596
Thu 12/220:15JNB - RIX
1 stop26h 30mSWISS
Mon 16/27:00RIX - JNB
1 stop27h 30mSWISS
Deal found 20/10R12 518

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Riga

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Riga flight deals. Data was last updated 23 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 596

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 809
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 55m total
  • South Africa to Riga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R36 984 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R12 410 potential savings vs. average return price).
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South Africa

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Riga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRiga

JNB - RIX

JNBRIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

10:10-14:10

2 stops28h 00m

Riga Intl

Mon 16/2

14:35-9:30

1 stop18h 55m

R11 596

JohannesburgRiga

JNB - RIX

JNBRIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

20:15-22:45

1 stop26h 30m

Riga Intl

Mon 16/2

7:00-10:30

1 stop27h 30m

R12 518

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Deals found on 22/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Riga

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Riga?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Riga (average of R11 195). Flying from South Africa to Riga in April is currently the most expensive (average of R15 513). 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 ZA to RIX?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Riga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 October 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Riga, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Riga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riga. 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 Riga. Reviews last updated 23 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa from South Africa to Riga to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 022 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 514 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Riga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Riga from South Africa?

    If you book a flight to Riga from South Africa, you will be flying to Riga Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Riga Intl (RIX) is located 8,7 km from the centre of Riga.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Riga?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Riga can take about 28h. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 596. There are 9238 km between South Africa and Riga.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Riga flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Riga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Riga 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 South Africa to Riga?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Riga (average of R11 195). Flying from South Africa to Riga in April is currently the most expensive (average of R15 513). 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 South Africa to Riga

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Riga. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 918AverageR13 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 512AverageR15 438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 782AverageR15 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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