Cheap flights from Sanya to Riga
Several carriers sell tickets between Sanya and Riga, and every itinerary is a connection because no nonstop flight is listed. When you search for cheap flights from Sanya to Riga, compare the connection, total journey time and fare inclusions rather than the base price alone. Sanya's single listed airport and Riga's single listed airport keep the route simple at each end, but the connection is where the trip is won or lost.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Shenzhen AirlinesZH | with a stop | — | 1 Jan 2027 | from $1,149 | Search 1 Jan 2027 |
 Air ChinaCA | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 4 Jan 2027 | from $1,284 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
 Juneyao AirlinesHO | with a stop | — | 4 Jan 2027 | from $1,382 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
 Shanghai AirlinesFM | with a stop | — | 22 Dec 2026 | from $1,977 | Search 22 Dec 2026 |
 China Eastern AirlinesMU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 4 Jan 2027 | from $2,397 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
 Hong Kong AirlinesHX | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 6 Jan 2027 | from $3,452 | Search 6 Jan 2027 |
 China Southern AirlinesCZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 4 Jan 2027 | from $3,713 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
 Hainan AirlinesHU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 4 Jan 2027 | from $6,241 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
 Sichuan Airlines3U | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 4 Jan 2027 | from $6,463 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 3 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: February — from $567.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $735 | 19 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $717 | 12 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $1,284 | 4 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $567 | 27 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $3,634 | 21 Mar 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $740 | 2 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Sanya | Sanya SYX | 12 km |
| Riga | Riga RIX | 8 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
School breaks, Christmas and Riga's summer are periods when many travellers plan long journeys, so fares on those dates need early comparison. February is the lowest-priced month among the published fare months, while October, November, December, January, March and July are also listed. If your dates are flexible, compare weekdays and weekends across those months, and use the price calendar to test alternatives before fixing the trip.
Airlines and what to expect
China Southern Airlines is the first carrier named for this route, followed by Juneyao Airlines, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines and Hainan Airlines. None of the listed services is nonstop, so every itinerary connects somewhere between Sanya and Riga.
The fare rules matter as much as the airline name: some tickets include checked baggage, meals and seat selection, while others charge for those separately. Check whether the whole journey is on one ticket, whether through-checking applies, and what happens if a connection is missed before you choose the lowest base fare.
Arriving — Riga
Arrange your arrival transfer and first-night details before landing, because late arrivals leave fewer onward options. Riga Airport is the listed arrival point; in general terms it lies outside the city centre, and buses, taxis and pre-booked transfers are the usual ways into town. Watch for luggage collection, terminal walking distances and keeping entry documents ready for arrival checks.
Before you go: Latvia
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- Latvian
- Emergency number
- 112, 110, 113
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +371
- Internet domain
- .lv
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
- Population of Riga
- 589 k (2026)
- Time zone
- UTC+02 (Europe/Riga)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check passport validity and any visa or entry requirement for Latvia before paying for the ticket.
- Confirm the departure airport and terminal named on your itinerary, even though Sanya has one listed airport.
- Check whether the fare includes checked baggage, meals and seat selection.
- Check connection times and whether both flights are on one ticket.
- Compare February with July and December if your travel dates are flexible.
- Check arrival transport from Riga Airport before choosing a late flight.
Frequently asked questions
Sanya – Riga: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $567. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Sanya – Riga: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Shenzhen Airlines, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Sichuan Airlines.
Sanya – Riga: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Sanya to Riga?
The distance is about 8,040 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 10 h 15 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Sanya – Riga?
Sanya: Sanya (SYX). Riga: Riga (RIX).
What is the time difference between Sanya and Riga?
Riga is 6 h behind Sanya.