Flying from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport (RIX). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
Riga International Airport is located in Riga. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Los Angeles to RIX.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to RIX. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to RIX flight? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near RIX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport (RIX)
At the moment, $360 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $600. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to RIX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Riga International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport (RIX). July is when most people visit Riga. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Los Angeles to RIX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Riga International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Riga when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Old City Riga (Vecriga) followed by Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market.
Explore more of Latvia
You've done Riga, now it's time to explore more of Latvia. Travel around 193 kilometres south-east to Daugavpils to check off its top sights. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Riga, Ventspils is another essential stop in Latvia. Experience major highlights starting with Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park.
