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Flight deals from Riga International to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,103. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.C$644 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 28.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Tue., Apr. 28, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$644, select.
Shanghai.C$670 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 27.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Riga International on Wed., May 27, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$670, select.
Shanghai.C$699 per passenger.Departing Sat., Sep. 26.One-way flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Riga International on Sat., Sep. 26, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$699, select.
Shanghai.C$706 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 19.One-way flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Riga International on Wed., Aug. 19, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$706, select.
Shanghai.C$736 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 9.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Tue., Jun. 9, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$736, select.
Shanghai.C$736 per passenger.Departing Fri., Nov. 27.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Riga International on Fri., Nov. 27, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$736, select.
Shanghai.C$740 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 4.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Riga International on Thu., Mar. 4, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$740, select.
Shanghai.C$779 per passenger.Departing Mon., Oct. 19.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Riga International on Mon., Oct. 19, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$779, select.
Shanghai.C$792 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jan. 25.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riga International on Mon., Jan. 25, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$792, select.
Shanghai.C$816 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 1.One-way flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Riga International on Wed., Jul. 1, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$816, select.
Shanghai.C$923 per passenger.Departing Wed., Dec. 9.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Riga International on Wed., Dec. 9, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$923, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riga International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr.
from C$644
May
from C$670
Jun.
from C$736
Jul.
from C$816
Aug.
from C$706
Sep.
from C$699
Oct.
from C$779
Nov.
from C$736
Dec.
from C$923
Jan.
from C$792
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Mar.
from C$740

Alternative Riga International to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Riga International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

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Shanghai Pudong

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Riga to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$644
Cheapest month to flyApril

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

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Riga International to Shanghai is C$980. 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 Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$980.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Riga International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Riga International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from C$980.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riga International Airport and Shanghai. 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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

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

  • Riga International Airport is located in Riga. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Riga.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from RIX to Shanghai.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from RIX to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • You'll need an embassy visa for China if you have a passport from Latvia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Riga International Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.

  • The journey from central Riga to RIX takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a handy hotel close to RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Shanghai is C$644. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$980. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

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

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a ticket from Riga International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from RIX to Shanghai every day.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai. July is the busiest month for a trip to Shanghai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Riga International Airport to Shanghai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from RIX to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.

More about Shanghai

  • After locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Shanghai, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are popular attractions which should be on every Shanghai itinerary.

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