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Cheap Flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International

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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Riga.R 5,194 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,194, select.
Riga.R 5,853 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,853, select.
Riga.R 6,200 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,200, select.
Riga.R 6,775 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,775, select.
Riga.R 6,795 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,795, select.
Riga.R 7,359 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,359, select.
Riga.R 8,864 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,864, select.
Riga.R 9,206 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Riga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,206, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from R 6,775
Mar
from R 5,194
Apr
from R 6,200
May
from R 5,853
Jun
from R 6,795
Jul
from R 9,222
Aug
from R 9,206
Sep
from R 9,247
Oct
from R 10,293
Nov
from R 7,359
Dec
from R 9,206
Jan
from R 8,864

Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International: Alternative routes

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

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Cheapest flight foundR 5,194
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International is R 12,478. 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 Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,478.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Riga International is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Riga International Airport on Tuesday, 19 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo Bandaranayake Airport and Riga International 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 Riga International 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 Riga is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riga International.

Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know

  • Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga three hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.

  • To ensure you catch your CMB to RIX flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CMB and RIX:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • R 5,194 is the lowest price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 12,478. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CMB to RIX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CMB to RIX.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CMB. Whether you have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • If you're arriving on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near RIX:

  • Follow your own route with a Riga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and chase adventure across Riga and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Riga International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga

  • Riga International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Riga. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Riga based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you want to go to Riga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to RIX in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.

Explore more of Latvia

  • Daugavpils is just one of the many places in Latvia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Riga. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.

  • If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Latvia, head for Jelgava, about 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā are key reasons to visit.

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