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Cheapest return flight
R12 549
Typical prices: R11 516-R14 326
Turkish Airlines
Mon 29/1Thu 1/2
JNB - RIX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Riga. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg R11 322 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 15h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Riga (JNB-RIX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Riga

Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
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18:50 - 10:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
15h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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11:40 - 11:00RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R12 549Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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18:50 - 10:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
15h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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11:40 - 22:25RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R13 065Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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18:50 - 10:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
15h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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11:40 - 22:25RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R13 115Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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18:50 - 10:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
15h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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11:40 - 22:25RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R13 131Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
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0:20 - 10:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
34h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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19:05 - 10:55RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R13 148Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
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23:55 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
17h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:45 - 11:25RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Paris Charles de Gaulle
R13 563Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
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23:55 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
17h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:45 - 11:25RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Paris Charles de Gaulle
R13 580Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
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19:40 - 21:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
26h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Helsinki-Vantaa
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13:45 - 11:25RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Paris Charles de Gaulle
R13 713Air France
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
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19:40 - 21:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
26h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Helsinki-Vantaa
Air France Logo
13:45 - 11:25RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Paris Charles de Gaulle
R13 730Air France
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 18:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RIX Riga Intl
29h 05m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Gatwick Dublin
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7:05 - 11:00RIX  Riga Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Istanbul
R16 023Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga typically range from R11 516 to R14 326. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 549 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga at R11 220 return.
•July (R18 550) and May (R14 195) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R12 549
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travellers.
Return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Riga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Riga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga takes 00m, covering 14 867 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga range from R11 516 to R14 326, with an average of R12 441 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 516 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R12 549 to R23 204. That means the highest observed fare was about 84% higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?

    Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R487 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • CarWiz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 52% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R11 286 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R16 140, a difference of R4 854.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 50m, compared to 16h 20m via Istanbul (IST) and 18h 35m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average R11 286, which is about R4 854 less than Friday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Riga trip for November. Fares historically average R11 220 return in that month – typically R7 330 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Riga Intl Airport.

    • Sky High Hotel
    • Airport Hotel Mara
    • Airport Hotel ABC

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