$758 Cheap Flights from Riga (RIX) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Riga to Cape Town (RIX-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $758 for one-way flights and $829 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Baltic
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 14
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$829 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$829
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Baltic flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $829 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 15
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$853 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$853
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $853 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 29
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$857 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$857
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $857 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 15
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$859 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$859
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $859 found 2 days ago
KLM
Tue, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 26
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$863 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$863
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $863 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 21
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$865 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$865
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $865 found 2 days ago
KLM
Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 25
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$872 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$872
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $872 found 2 days ago
KLM
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$872 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$872
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $872 found 2 days ago
KLM
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 22
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$881 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$881
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $881 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Sep 1
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$882 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$882
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $882 found 2 days ago
Air Baltic
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 16
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$887 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$887
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Baltic flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Thu, Oct 16, priced at $887 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Sep 1
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$888 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$888
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $888 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 28
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$890 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$890
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $890 found 2 days ago
Air France
Mon, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 10
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$892 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$892
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $892 found 2 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 13
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$977 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$977
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $977 found 2 days ago
Emirates
Sun, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 16
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$1,107 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,107
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $1,107 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Sat, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 19
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$1,163 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,163
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $1,163 found 2 days ago
Air France
Thu, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 19
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$1,655 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,655
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $1,655 found 2 days ago
Finnair
Thu, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 19
RIX
Riga
CPT
Cape Town
$2,258 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$2,258
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Finnair flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Riga to Cape Town, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $2,258 found 2 days ago

Alternative airports near Cape Town

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Cape Town Intl. CPT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $979
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $979
Flights from Riga (RIX) to Cape Town (CPT)
Origin airport
Riga Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Roundtrip price
$829
Distance
6287 mi

Riga to Cape Town Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Riga to Cape Town

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Riga to Cape Town are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Riga to Cape Town with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Riga to Cape Town

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Riga to Cape Town: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Riga to Cape Town

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Riga to Cape Town in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $758 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Riga to Cape Town flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Riga to Cape Town airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $758 or cheap return flight from $829 from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Traveling in September is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between RIX and CPT. You'll often find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from RIX to CPT. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a good deal.
How many flights per day from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
You'll have to catch a flight with a layover if you're traveling from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). There are no daily direct flights on this route. However, just filter your search to include one or more stops to discover an option that works for you.
What day of the week has the most flights from RIX to CPT?
Typically you'll find the widest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* However, this can vary based on the time of year, airline and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
To reach Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) without delays, opt for a flight that takes off from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from RIX to CPT are generally more expensive. To secure the best prices, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a RIX to CPT flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a RIX to CPT flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Riga Intl. Airport (RIX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your RIX to CPT flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you need further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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