Cheap flights from Shenzhen to Riga

Book as early as you can once your dates are fixed, because long-haul fares with connections often move as seats fill. Then compare the months shown rather than only the cheapest one: January is the least expensive in this calendar, while October, November, December, February, March and May also have listed prices. December around Christmas and school holidays can be busier, so midweek departures are worth checking, and April, June, July, August and September are not shown here, so check them separately.

China Southern Airlines is listed first here, and the full set also includes Juneyao Airlines, Eva Air, Uni Air, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air China, Shenzhen Airlines, Hainan Airlines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. None of these carriers offers a nonstop flight on this route, so every itinerary connects somewhere along the way. Because rules can differ by segment, check what each fare includes before you pay, especially baggage, seat selection, meals and changes, rather than comparing headline prices alone.

Arriving late in the day changes the first hour in Riga: if buses or trains have thinned out, a taxi or pre-booked transfer may be the simplest way into the centre, while an earlier arrival leaves more options for public transport. Riga Airport sits outside the city centre, so even a short flight day usually ends with a ground transfer; allow time for passport control and baggage before choosing transport. If you land late, check the last public transport times before you rely on them, and keep your accommodation address ready for a driver.

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 that the departure airport named on your ticket is Shenzhen, because your itinerary may start from a different city first.
• Check baggage rules for every segment, as a cheaper fare can include less on one leg than another.
• Check visa, passport validity and transit requirements for Latvia and any connecting countries.
• Check connection times and whether all flights are on one ticket.
• Check which month and weekday your fare covers, since January is the cheapest month in this calendar.
• Check your arrival time in Riga and how you will reach your accommodation.