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Cheap flights from South Africa to Riga from R12 670

JNB — RIX
Oct 10 — Oct 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Riga

Fri 25/918:35 -
1 stop17h 25m
Tue 6/107:50 -
1 stop24h 40m
Deal found 8/9R15 313
Fri 25/910:25 -
2 stops25h 35m
Tue 6/1014:00 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 8/9R16 514

Find flight deals from South Africa to Riga

Round-trip from

R11 325

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 247
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 3/2-10/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • South Africa to Riga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 718 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 014 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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JohannesburgRiga

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - RIX Riga Intl

JNBRIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/1

0:20-10:45

1 stop34h 25m

Riga Intl

Tue 26/1

11:40-11:00

1 stop23h 20m

R12 670

JohannesburgRiga

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - RIX Riga Intl

JNBRIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/1

13:25-17:55

2 stops28h 30m

Riga Intl

Tue 26/1

11:40-10:25

2 stops46h 45m

R16 578

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Riga (average of R10 812). Flying from South Africa to Riga in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 876). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Riga

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
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 472 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 212 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

  • 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 34h 25m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 670. There are 9238 km between South Africa and Riga.

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Riga (average of R10 812). Flying from South Africa to Riga in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 876). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 078AverageR10 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 785AverageR11 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 052AverageR14 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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