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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riga International to Almaty? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Almaty.R 3,922 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Riga International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,922, select.
Almaty.R 3,943 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Riga International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,943, select.
Almaty.R 4,020 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,020, select.
Almaty.R 4,897 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Riga International on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,897, select.
Almaty.R 5,111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,111, select.
Almaty.R 5,604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Uzbekistan Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Uzbekistan Airways, departs from Riga International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,604, select.
Almaty.R 5,604 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Uzbekistan Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Uzbekistan Airways, departs from Riga International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,604, select.
Almaty.R 5,661 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,661, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Almaty

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riga International to Almaty flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from R 5,604
May
from R 4,020
Jun
from R 4,897
Jul
from R 5,604
Aug
from R 5,111
Sep
from R 3,943
Oct
from R 3,922
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from R 5,661
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Riga International to Almaty: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riga International to Almaty below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Almaty.

Riga to Almaty: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,922
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Riga International to Almaty: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riga International to Almaty is R 9,158. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riga International to Almaty. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,158.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Riga International to Almaty.
The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Almaty is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport on Friday, 12 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riga International Airport and Almaty Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Almaty but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Almaty is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Almaty.

Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Almaty is UTC+6, which is four hours ahead of Riga.

  • To ensure you get on your RIX to ALA flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between RIX and ALA:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Heraklion Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • R 3,922 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Return flights start from R 9,158. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from RIX to ALA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Picking up cheap flights from RIX to ALA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport.

Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • 71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • To reach Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near RIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and explore beyond Almaty's usual tourist stops.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Almaty Airport about two weeks in advance.

Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty

  • From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Almaty. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you want to go to Almaty during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to ALA in January. Temperatures average between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of Kazakhstan

  • Almaty has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Kazakhstan you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres north-east of Almaty, a trip to Sarkand will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Park Zhastar, Dom Slavy and Park.

  • Around 32 kilometres east of Almaty, Talghar is another essential stop in Kazakhstan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.

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