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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R10 966
Typical prices: R13 076-R15 637
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/11Fri 9/11
RIX - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Riga and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 25% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R14 316 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 22h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riga to Cape Town (RIX-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Riga to Cape Town

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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11:40 - 23:00RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
17h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R10 966Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 19
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18:55 - 23:00RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
17h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R11 049Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:40 - 23:00RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
24h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R11 347Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:40 - 23:00RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
24h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R11 380Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Feb 3
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14:40 - 10:35RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:10 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
18h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R11 430Lufthansa
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Feb 3
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14:40 - 7:40RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:10 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
18h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R11 827Lufthansa
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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18:55 - 23:00RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
17h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R11 877Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Feb 3
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14:40 - 7:40RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:10 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
18h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R12 059Lufthansa
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Feb 3
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14:40 - 7:40RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:10 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
18h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R12 109Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 20
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11:40 - 23:00RIX  Riga Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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14:00 - 10:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-RIX Riga Intl
20h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
R12 142Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riga to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Riga to Cape Town?

Return flights from Riga to Cape Town typically range from R13 076 to R15 637. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 966 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riga to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riga to Cape Town. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

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Key details for Riga to Cape Town flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R10 966
Beat the crowds with an average 72% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 181% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Riga to Cape Town

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Riga to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Riga to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 16 275 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riga to Cape Town?

    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 Riga to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Riga to Cape Town range from R13 076 to R15 637, with an average of R14 032 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 076 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Riga to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R10 966 to R101 666. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R51 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Riga to Cape Town?

    Flights from Riga to Cape Town usually depart from Riga Intl (RIX) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Riga to Cape Town pass through?

    Connecting flights from Riga to Cape Town most commonly pass through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 97% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riga to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Riga to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R13 070 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R17 310, a difference of R4 241.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Riga to Cape Town?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 46m, compared to 22h 06m via Zurich (ZRH).

  • What is the time difference between Riga and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour behind Riga (South Africa Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Riga to Cape Town 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average R13 070, about R4 241 less than Wednesday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riga to Cape Town trip for April. Fares historically average R10 519 return in that month – typically R6 377 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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