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Cheapest round-trip
$663
Typical prices: $721-$1,222
British Airways
Thu 11/22Sat 12/8
LAX - RIX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$277
Typical prices: $476-$836
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/26
LAX - RIX • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Riga. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 39% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $780 (round-trip)
Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL)
Shortest trip • 15h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Riga (LAX-RIX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Riga

Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:50 pm - 5:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
12h 50m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
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9:05 am - 5:05 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
18h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
$663British Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:50 pm - 5:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
12h 50m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
British Airways Logo
9:05 am - 9:43 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
22h 38m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dallas/Fort Worth
$674British Airways
Tue, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 5
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 3:20 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
33h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 5:00 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
35h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$719Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 5
Finnair Logo
6:50 pm - 5:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
12h 50m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
9:05 am - 11:59 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 54m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa New York John F Kennedy Intl
$719Finnair
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Dec 1
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 10:35 amLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
29h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 5:00 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
35h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$726Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 5
Finnair Logo
11:15 am - 9:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
24h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
9:05 am - 11:59 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 54m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa New York John F Kennedy Intl
$731Finnair
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 27
LOT Logo
10:10 pm - 1:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
17h 20m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
LOT Logo
6:05 am - 2:15 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
18h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$984LOT
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
LOT Logo
10:10 pm - 1:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
17h 20m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
LOT Logo
6:05 am - 2:15 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
18h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$1,077LOT
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
Lufthansa Logo
5:30 pm - 11:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
20h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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6:05 am - 1:05 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,095Lufthansa
Thu, Mar 18 - Fri, Mar 19
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8:30 am - 2:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RIX Riga Intl
20h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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5:25 pm - 4:15 pmRIX  Riga Intl-LAX Los Angeles
31h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$6,560Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Riga flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Riga?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Riga typically range from $721 to $1,222. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $663, on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Riga?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Riga. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Riga?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Riga at $547 round-trip.
•May ($1,285) and July ($1,095) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Riga the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Riga are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Riga flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$277
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 77% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Riga

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Riga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Riga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Riga flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Riga?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Riga:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Riga?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Riga takes 00m, covering 5,781 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Riga?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Riga flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Riga range from $721 to $1,222, with an average of $897 over the past 12 months. Anything below $721 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Riga flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $897 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Riga changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $663 to $5,816. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Riga looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Riga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $410, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?

    Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • CarWiz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Riga?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Riga usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Riga pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Riga most commonly connect through:

    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Riga?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Los Angeles to Riga. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $673 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,155, a difference of $482.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Riga?

    Flying via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 16m, compared with 16h 37m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 17h 02m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Riga?

    Riga is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What are the cabin classes of service when flying from Los Angeles to Riga?

    There are different airline cabin classes, depending on the airline you are flying from Los Angeles to Riga. American and United Airlines offer passengers an opportunity to fly in economy, premium economy, business or first-class cabins depending on their budget and trip agenda.

  • Which kid-friendly airlines fly from Los Angeles to Riga?

    United and American Airlines are kid-friendly, and passengers flying from Los Angeles to Riga enjoy entertainment from TV programs and soothing music to the issuance of baby toys, puzzles, crayons, and coloring books for all children ages free of charge.

  • Which airlines flying from Los Angeles to Riga offer the best carry-on policies?

    Airlines flying from Los Angeles to Riga have varying carry-on policies, but British, American, and Lufthansa Airlines have favorable carry-on policies. All airlines permit all passengers to board with one carry-on bag weighing below 25 lbs, one personal item, and free service for checking baggage of set weight limits, except that Lufthansa allows two bags for business class.

  • Which pet-friendly Airlines fly from Los Angeles to Riga?

    The British and SAS Airlines are pet-friendly, and thus, passengers flying from Los Angeles to Riga as they allow passengers to travel with their pets under good conditions. Small pets packed in pet carriers travel under their seats. Bigger pets travel as inspected cargo in the cargo section, which is temperature and pressure conditioned.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Riga flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $673, about $482 less than Monday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Riga trip for February. Fares historically average $547 round-trip in that month - typically $738 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Riga Intl Airport.

    • Hampton by Hilton Riga Airport
    • Sky High Hotel
    • Airport Hotel Mara
  • Passengers flying from Los Angeles to Riga will use Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Riga International Airport (RIX) as their departure and destination airports. The LAX Airport is a favorable departure point since its four parallel runways enable many departing flights. Metro Green Line and LAX City Bus are among the transport options from Los Angeles city center to LAX.
  • LAX Airport is among the busiest airports in the world, serving as a gateway to other international airports and a hub facility for American and United Airlines. Therefore, you have a high likelihood of flying to RIX from LAX due to the flexible flight schedule of these airlines. Passengers also have an opportunity to pick a convenient flight within their schedule and budget limits.
  • Passengers on business trips flying from Los Angeles to Riga prefer Emirates Airways because of the availability of fair and affordable super services to all travelers in-flight. Also, this airline connects via commercial cities such as Dubai. Emirates Airbus A380 has a bar lounge and spacious business meetings and entertainment rooms.
  • Passengers flying from Los Angeles to Riga with reduced mobility consider American and Emirates Airlines due to the availability of enough support and assistive devices both at the airport and onboard. The assistance agents with airline wheelchairs, armrests, and other lifting devices serve passengers free of charge.
  • American and United Airlines are embracing efforts to reduce carbon emissions from their operations, so passengers in these airlines fly with minimal carbon footprints. Among the measures employed include the adoption of sustainable fuels such as biofuel, switching from plastic to wooden toys for kids, and initiating the recycling of airline utilities into nature-friendly appliances.

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