How long does it take to fly to Riga?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in New York you fly out of and what airport in Riga you fly into. For example, flying from Newark to Riga takes 12h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Riga takes 13h 13m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Riga?

Copenhagen (CPH) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Riga?

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 55m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Riga?

Flights connecting via Helsinki (HEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 27m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Riga?

Flights via Lisbon (LIS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $484.

What airlines fly to Riga?

Scandinavian Airlines, Finnair and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Riga from New York according to our data. Scandinavian Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Riga. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Riga on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport is 7 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Riga Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Riga Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Riga Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Riga Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:30 am - 10:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

39h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Krakow J. Paul II Balice

9:05 am - 8:05 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

$517Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

12:30 am - 10:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

39h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Krakow J. Paul II Balice

9:05 am - 8:05 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

$518Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 27

7:30 pm - 3:20 pmEWR Newark-RIX Riga Intl

13h 50m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

3:55 pm - 1:25 pmRIX Riga Intl-EWR Newark

52h 30m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

$627Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

5:45 pm - 1:20 amEWR Newark-RIX Riga Intl

24h 35m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

6:30 am - 2:59 pmRIX Riga Intl-EWR Newark

15h 29m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$629Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

10:35 pm - 5:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

12h 20m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

6:40 pm - 8:35 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$653LOT

Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 20

11:35 pm - 1:05 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

31h 30m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

6:05 am - 8:35 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 30m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$669LOT

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

10:50 pm - 9:10 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

15h 20m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

10:30 am - 7:10 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

15h 40m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

$732Finnair

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20

10:45 pm - 9:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

16h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

9:05 am - 7:05 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

$739Finnair

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 19

6:03 pm - 5:15 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-RIX Riga Intl

16h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

2:00 pm - 11:42 pmRIX Riga Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

16h 42m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Chicago O'Hare Intl

$771American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

6:03 pm - 5:15 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-RIX Riga Intl

16h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

1:55 pm - 11:42 pmRIX Riga Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

16h 47m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Chicago O'Hare Intl

$771American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 16

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5:05 pm - 10:25 pmEWR Newark-RIX Riga Intl

22h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Stockholm Arlanda

8:00 am - 10:35 pmRIX Riga Intl-EWR Newark

21h 35m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Toronto Pearson Intl

$736Air Canada

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

7:25 am - 10:25 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-RIX Riga Intl

32h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Stockholm Arlanda

8:00 am - 8:59 pmRIX Riga Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

19h 59m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Toronto Pearson Intl

$736Air Canada

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26

6:00 pm - 1:20 pmEWR Newark-RIX Riga Intl

12h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:50 am - 11:59 pmRIX Riga Intl-EWR Newark

24h 09m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$851United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 25

6:00 pm - 1:20 pmEWR Newark-RIX Riga Intl

12h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

7:10 am - 7:30 pmRIX Riga Intl-EWR Newark

19h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Boston Logan Intl

$851United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26

10:14 am - 3:10 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

21h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

3:45 pm - 1:55 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

53h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$898Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26

10:14 am - 3:10 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

21h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

7:00 am - 3:40 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

15h 40m1 stop Oslo Gardermoen

$924Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26

10:20 pm - 1:30 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

20h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

6:30 pm - 3:40 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$939LOT

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

5:40 pm - 1:10 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

12h 30m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

1:55 pm - 8:20 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 25m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$940LOT

Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 27

5:50 pm - 5:15 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

16h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Helsinki-Vantaa

9:40 pm - 12:59 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 19m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Edinburgh Turnhouse

$954Finnair

Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 27

5:50 pm - 5:15 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl

16h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Helsinki-Vantaa

9:40 pm - 12:59 pmRIX Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 19m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Edinburgh Turnhouse

$954Finnair

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

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Aug 17

EWR6:00 pmNewark

12h 20m

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RIX1:20 pmRiga Intl

Aug 25

RIX6:50 amRiga Intl

24h 09m

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EWR11:59 pmNewark

$851

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Aug 19

EWR9:59 amNewark

20h 21m

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RIX1:20 pmRiga Intl

Aug 26

RIX7:10 amRiga Intl

19h 20m

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EWR7:30 pmNewark

$855

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Aug 24

JFK3:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

14h 40m

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RIX1:20 pmRiga Intl

Sep 2

RIX7:10 amRiga Intl

13h 25m

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JFK1:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$870

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Aug 18

EWR5:05 pmNewark

22h 20m

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RIX10:25 pmRiga Intl

Aug 26

RIX8:00 amRiga Intl

21h 35m

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EWR10:35 pmNewark

$736

Air Canada

Sep 2

LGA4:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

23h 25m

2 stops

RIX10:25 pmRiga Intl

Sep 10

RIX8:00 amRiga Intl

18h 01m

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LGA7:01 pmNew York LaGuardia

$766

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Aug 25

LGA4:45 pmNew York LaGuardia

22h 40m

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RIX10:25 pmRiga Intl

Sep 4

RIX7:05 amRiga Intl

21h 25m

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$775

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$629

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10:35 pm-5:55 pm

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Wed 1/20

6:40 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$653

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Tue 10/20

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$732

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10:45 pm-9:45 pm

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Riga Intl

Sat 12/19

9:05 am-7:05 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$739

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Wed 10/14

6:03 pm-5:15 pm

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Wed 10/21

2:00 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops16h 42m

$771

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LGA New York LaGuardia - RIX Riga Intl

LGARIX

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Wed 10/7

6:03 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops16h 12m

Riga Intl

Fri 10/16

1:55 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops16h 47m

$771

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Riga?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $734 to $947.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $517.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Riga?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Riga. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $438. If you are unable to visit Riga during the month of February, then departing from New York during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $465.

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How far is New York to Riga Intl by plane?
New York and Riga Intl are 4192.6 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 10h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to Riga Intl Airport is 7 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Riga Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Riga Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Riga Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Riga Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Riga?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York to Riga is Scandinavian Airlines, representing 47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are LOT at 19%, Finnair at 12%, and KLM at 10%.

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Finnair	PriceFrom $326	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,426 reviews	Search Finnair flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $376	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,941 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $394	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,213 reviews	Search LOT flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $438	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,951 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $529	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,559 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $530	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,644 reviews	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $852	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,111 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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