Shortest Flight
Turkish Airlines
15 Sep, Tue20:05
Riga – Samarkand
9h 20m
1 stop
RIX–SKD
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Quick Flight Summary from Riga to Samarkand
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price C$ 675
- Direct flight duration 9 hour 20 min
- Arrival airports SKD
- Best days to book Tuesday
- Average over the last 30 days C$ 577
Cheapest flights from Riga to Samarkand
Last update: 18 August 2026 18:39
Estimated Prices for Riga to Samarkand Flights
Cheapest Day21 August Friday
Best Price
C$ 631
Average Price
C$ 888
C$ 3,516
C$ 631
Key Features of the Airlines
- oneworld Member
- Jordan Flag Carrier
- Full Service
- Star Alliance Member
- Canada Flag Carrier
- Premium Service
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- oneworld Member
- US Flag Carrier
- Global Network
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Riga City Center
Riga Intl. Airport
It is possible to get to the Riga Airport, which connects the world to Riga with international flights, by many means of transportation. Taxis, buses and minibuses carry passengers to the airport all day long despite of the heavy traffic. Car rental is another transportation option commonly preferred in the city.
Taxi
You can cover the distance of 15 kilometers between the airport and the city center in about 15 minutes in a quiet traffic by taxi. You can easily access the taxis from all parts of the city.
Bus
The bus route 22, which you can get on from the city center, operates in most part of the day. You must get a ticket before you get on the bus.
Minibus
If you want to have an economic travel, you may choose a minibus for going to the airport. Compared to other buses, the minibuses are cheaper and arrive at the airport for more than half an hour.
Car Rental
Car rental is the best option for passengers wanting comfortable and quick travel. Depending on your budget and your priorities, many vehicles can be rented from the car rental companies located in the city.
Airport Information
Riga Airport covering a large area is highly developed in terms of its activities and meeting the needs of its passengers. At the airport offering service for its passengers in a three-floored terminal building, there are also small worship places in addition to bank, post office, foreign exchange office and health center.
Free internet is also available at the airport. There are also eating and drinking places and shopping stores which are open all day for the use of passengers and visitors. Shopping stores in the terminal building; Duty Free, TUM, FURLA, BTV Tobacco, BTV Local Shop, Narvesen, Victoria's Secret, Stenders and A-Aptieka.
The eating and drinking places; Coffee Nation, Needstop, Tasty, Sweet Delights, Yakuza Sushi & Asian Fusion, Pascucci, Costa Coffee, Lido and TGI Friday's.
Transportation to Samarkand City Center from Airport
Samarkand Intl. Airport
You can reach Samarkand International Airport, which is about 5 kilometers away from Samarkand city center, by taking a taxi or taking the advantage of the hotel shuttle service. If you prefer public transportation, it is possible to reach the city center by choosing from five different bus lines. In Samarkand, where transportation costs are quite low, you only need a small amount of money to reach the city from the airport. Since Samarkand International Airport is very close to the city center, you can reach wherever you want in Samarkand in a short time.
Taxi
There are the taxis waiting at the exit of the arriving passenger terminal of the airport. Transportation to the city center by taxi costs about 3.000 - 4.000 Uzbekistani Som.
Bus
You can easily see the bus stops at the exit of the arriving passenger terminal. As the airport is very close to the city center, many bus lines pass through the city center. You can reach Samarkand city center by choosing from the buses 31, 10, 60, 18 and 37. One-way ticket price per passenger costs 600 Uzbekistani Som.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Many hotels in Samarkand offer airport shuttle service to their guests. You need to make a reservation in advance if you want to take advantage of the shuttle service provided by your hotel. Hotel shuttle service is a little more costly compared to taxis; however, it doesn't affect your budget that much because transportation by taxi is also very cheap. The main advantage of preferring this service is that the service driver will be waiting for you at the luggage delivery area, the shuttle will be ready for you and you will not need any navigation assistance.
Rent a car
You can see the offices of car rental companies at Samarkand International Airport. By renting one of the affordable cars, which are offered in different segments with various specifications, you can make your journey comfortable. You can reach the city center after driving about 5 kilometers by the rental car.
Completing the car rental procedures online before your journey will save your time. Please keep in mind that you must have an international driver's license to rent a car. After taking the airport exit on the road, you just need to follow the city center signs.
Samarkand Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Wednesday
19 Aug
38°22°
Thursday
20 Aug
37°24°
Friday
21 Aug
35°22°
Saturday
22 Aug
33°22°
Sunday
23 Aug
33°20°
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Which airports can I use for Riga-Samarkand flights?
Which airports can I use for Riga-Samarkand flights?
For Riga-Samarkand flights, you can use Riga Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Samarkand Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riga-Samarkand and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riga-Samarkand and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Riga-Samarkand is 3619 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 30 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Riga-Samarkand flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Riga-Samarkand flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riga-Samarkand flights is Saturday.
Riga-Samarkand: which airline is better value on this route?
Riga-Samarkand: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Turkish Airlines starts from approximately C$ 610.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Turkish Airlines | C$ 610 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Uzbekistan Airways | C$ 623 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund |
Last update: 11.08.2026
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