Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Riga?

Flights from Auckland to Riga usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Riga?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Auckland to Riga.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Riga?

On the Auckland to Riga route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 40%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,235 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $3,707 – a $1,472 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Auckland to Riga?

A direct flight from Auckland to Riga takes 0h 00m, covering 27,223 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland 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.

Have flight prices from Auckland to Riga changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $3,004 to $4,673. That means the highest observed fare was about 55% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Auckland and Riga?

Riga is 9 hours behind Auckland (Eastern European Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 $6 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • CarWiz • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL • Thrifty • Alamo

How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Riga flight?

Return flights from Auckland to Riga range from $2,251 to $2,890, with an average of $2,384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,251 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Auckland to Riga?

Finnair ($3,004) and Emirates ($3,322) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Auckland to Riga according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$3,004

Typical prices: $2,251-$2,890

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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Riga

Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

06:10 - 21:45AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

50h 35m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

09:05 - 14:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

42h 50m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne

$3,004Finnair

Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

06:10 - 21:45AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

50h 35m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

09:05 - 14:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

42h 50m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne

$3,011Finnair

Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

06:10 - 21:45AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

50h 35m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

09:05 - 14:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

42h 50m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne

$3,021Finnair

Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

06:10 - 21:45AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

50h 35m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

09:05 - 14:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

42h 50m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne

$3,041Finnair

Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

21:10 - 22:50AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

35h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

18:10 - 10:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

30h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Dubai Intl

$3,143Multiple Airlines

Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

13:40 - 17:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

37h 35m3 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

07:45 - 10:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

41h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Dubai Intl

$3,322Emirates

Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

20:40 - 23:45AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

37h 05m3 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

07:20 - 06:00RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

36h 40m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dubai Intl Brisbane

$3,441Multiple Airlines

Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

06:10 - 08:35AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

37h 25m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

22:10 - 13:25RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

28h 15m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Hong Kong Intl

$3,523Finnair

Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

06:10 - 08:35AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

37h 25m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

22:10 - 13:25RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

28h 15m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Hong Kong Intl

$3,531Finnair

Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

06:10 - 08:35AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

37h 25m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

22:10 - 13:25RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

28h 15m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Hong Kong Intl

$3,544Finnair

Recent last minute flight deals from Auckland to Riga

Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

20:30 - 13:50AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

50h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl London Gatwick

16:45 - 09:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

56h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl

$3,718Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

20:30 - 17:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

53h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

16:45 - 13:20RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

35h 35m3 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl Brisbane

$3,780Emirates

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

20:30 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

58h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

08:00 - 09:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

40h 55m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Dubai Intl

$3,822Emirates

Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

17:15 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

38h 00m3 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

23:40 - 23:30RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

38h 50m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

$3,850Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

20:30 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

58h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

17:00 - 10:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Dubai Intl

$3,881Emirates

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

17:15 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

38h 00m3 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

07:20 - 23:25RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 05m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

$4,055Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

17:15 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

38h 00m3 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

07:20 - 23:25RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 05m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

$4,066Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

17:15 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

38h 00m3 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

07:20 - 23:25RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 05m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

$4,090Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

17:15 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

38h 00m3 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

07:20 - 23:25RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 05m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

$4,097Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

20:30 - 22:15AKL Auckland Intl-RIX Riga Intl

58h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

17:00 - 10:55RIX Riga Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Dubai Intl

$4,121Emirates

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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Riga flights

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How much is a return flight from Auckland to Riga?

Return flights from Auckland to Riga start at $3,004. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $2,251 to $2,890. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $3,004 on Finnair.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Riga and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 55% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	March
High season	July

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Auckland to Riga

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

Estimated return price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Riga?
Flights from Auckland to Riga usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Riga?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Auckland to Riga.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Riga?
On the Auckland to Riga route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 40%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,235 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $3,707 – a $1,472 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Auckland to Riga?
A direct flight from Auckland to Riga takes 0h 00m, covering 27,223 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland 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.
Have flight prices from Auckland to Riga changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $3,004 to $4,673. That means the highest observed fare was about 55% higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Auckland and Riga?
Riga is 9 hours behind Auckland (Eastern European Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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 $6 for economy cars. Top options include:
• GREEN MOTION
• CarWiz
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Thrifty
• Alamo
How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Riga flight?
Return flights from Auckland to Riga range from $2,251 to $2,890, with an average of $2,384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,251 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,235 – about $1,472 less than Saturday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Riga trip for October. Fares historically average $2,289 return in that month – typically $1,159 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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