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Cheap Flights from New York to Riga (NYC-RIX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Riga that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Riga

Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 3
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3:35 pm - 1:10 pmEWR-RIX
14h 35m2 stops
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7:10 am - 3:00 pmRIX-EWR
14h 50m1 stop
Sun, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 13
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12:50 am - 10:20 pmJFK-RIX
14h 30m1 stop
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7:45 am - 7:05 pmRIX-JFK
18h 20m1 stop
$457KLM
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Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 3
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3:35 pm - 1:10 pmEWR-RIX
14h 35m2 stops
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7:10 am - 7:06 pmRIX-EWR
18h 56m2 stops
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 3
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6:50 pm - 5:30 pmEWR-RIX
15h 40m1 stop
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7:05 am - 1:15 pmRIX-EWR
13h 10m1 stop
$499Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 21
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 5:30 pmEWR-RIX
15h 40m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 1:15 pmRIX-EWR
12h 20m1 stop
$502Scandinavian Airlines
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Fri, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 24
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10:20 pm - 1:15 pmJFK-RIX
31h 55m1 stop
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6:30 pm - 3:45 pmRIX-JFK
28h 15m1 stop
$545LOT
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Sat, Jul 26 - Mon, Aug 25
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10:20 pm - 1:20 amJFK-RIX
20h 00m1 stop
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6:30 pm - 8:20 pmRIX-JFK
32h 50m1 stop
$596LOT
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Mon, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 20
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10:55 pm - 5:30 pmJFK-RIX
11h 35m1 stop
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2:05 pm - 9:59 pmRIX-JFK
14h 54m2 stops
$725Finnair
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Mon, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 20
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6:10 pm - 3:55 pmJFK-RIX
14h 45m2 stops
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2:05 pm - 9:59 pmRIX-JFK
14h 54m2 stops
$729Finnair
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Fri, Jul 11 - Mon, Jul 21
American Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 3:55 pmLGA-RIX
16h 55m2 stops
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2:05 pm - 11:44 pmRIX-LGA
16h 39m2 stops
$1,103American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Riga flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Riga to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Riga?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Riga clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Riga on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to Riga. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Riga?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Riga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Riga is January, where tickets cost $565 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $834 and $767 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Riga?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Riga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Riga, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMarch
High seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$240
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Riga

When to book flights from New York to Riga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Riga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Riga

  • Besides Riga Intl (RIX), which other airports can US travelers to Riga use?

    RIX is the main international airport serving US travelers to Riga. However, it is not the only airport that serves the whole Baltic region. As an alternative, US travelers to Riga can also consider Tallinn Airport (TLL), which offers nonstop flights to Riga via Air Baltic, or the Vilnius Airport (VNO), which is located about 186 miles from Riga.

  • Which family-friendly airline can US travelers from New York to Riga consider?

    One of the family-friendly airlines travelers from New York to Riga can consider is Finnair. Besides offering specialized meals for children, including baby food and infant meals, the airline also provides kid-friendly entertainment options like movies, TV shows, and games. Additionally, Finnair offers changing tables and bassinets on board. Their flight attendants are also well-trained to help families with young children.

  • Which eco-friendly airline can I consider for my flight from New York to Riga?

    Among the eco-friendly airlines you can consider for your flight from New York to Riga is Norwegian Air Shuttle. The airline is known for its dedication to lowering carbon emissions and implementing sustainable practices. The airline runs a fleet of relatively new aircraft and has made efforts to increase fuel efficiency. Additionally, Norwegian Air Shuttle provides a carbon offset program that enables customers to reduce their emissions by contributing to its green initiatives.

  • Where can late-night travelers connecting from New York to Riga spend their nights?

    One of the closest airport hotels late-night travelers from New York to Riga can consider booking is Airport Hotel Mara. Despite being within a comfortable walk from RIX, the hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service from and to the airport terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Riga?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Riga was $240 for a one-way ticket and $452 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Riga?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in New York and on arrival in Riga.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Riga?

    On your way to Riga, you’ll fly out from one of these New York airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You’ll be landing at Riga Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Riga?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Riga?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Riga, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Riga from New York?

    Copenhagen is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from New York to Riga.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Riga, KLM or Finnair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Riga are KLM and Finnair. With an average price for the route of $852 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Finnair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $776 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Riga?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Riga.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Riga?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Riga from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Riga?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Riga with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Riga?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Riga from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Riga

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one of your departure airport options for your flights from New York to Riga if you stay in the borough of Queens. You can board a single-stop flight to Riga Intl (RIX) via American Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, and Finnair Airlines at JFK. Some of these airlines’ single stop layovers will often be at Helsinki Airport and Copenhagen Airport.
  • After deplaning from your flight from New York to Riga at Riga International Airport (RIX), you will connect to the city center via taxis located outside the arrivals area, Bus number 22 that operates between the airport and the city center, a car rental, or the Airport Express minibus that serves most parts of the city.
  • Most of the Newark residents flying to Riga depart from Newark Liberty Airport (EWR). At EWR, you can board a single-stop flight to RIX via Scandinavian or United Airlines. These airlines have their layovers at either Stockholm Arlanda Airport or Frankfurt Airport.
  • Your flight from New York to Riga should be your opportunity to visit Riga International Airport (RIX)’s nearby cities such as Jurmala, Sigulda, Cesis, and Saulkrasti. To gain movement convenience and flexibility in these cities, consider using a car rental or a taxi.
  • To realize departure convenience for your flight from New York to Riga, you can consider departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Compared to JFK and EWR, LGA experiences fewer international flights making it easier to clear with security and customs units due to the significantly shorter queues.

Top 5 airlines serving from New York to Riga

 
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7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1361 reviews
8.4Crew
7.7Comfort
7.2Food
7.8Boarding
7.1Entertainment
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Klm start boarding while somw air issue in the plan

8.0 ExcellentA, Jun 2025AMS - YYZ
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Klm start boarding while somw air issue in the plan

The service was great. However the lounge only gets passing grade

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

They only had vegetarian food left on the flight which I wasn’t happy about. I didn’t get any food to eat at all.

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

Bags lost no more to say, bad communication and no urgency to get it back to the hotel by the airline properly the worst airline I have used.

The customer service rep on chat refused carrying golf set at no charge that is customary for LOT and others. I wanted yo carry just ONE club not even full set! Web check in was nightmare. Most horrible lounge at warsaw. To call it business class is a BIG exaggeration. Rude staff warsaw to nyc. Seats uncomfortable and not flat as is now customary. Bad content and entertainment system.

It was was okay but the seat was stiff and hard to sit on it!!

Seats were so uncomfortable, my butt hurts so much, I wish they have more cushions,it really was horrible, Except that, Stewarts were polite food was decent

The 737 lacked business-class seating. It was basically economy plus but with the middle seats left unsold. There were no TV screens but good food and service.

Plane is super outdated, seats not that comfortable for business class. Lounge also out dated. They need to catch up to 2024. Don’t think I’d ever fly again.

Everything was good, flight was smooth and on time Like service

Boarding was impossible to navigate. Had mobility issues and a business class ticket, but still boarded almost at the end of the queue because there was absolutely no organization or assistance.

Aircraft was new. Food so so, especially vegetarian was very disappointing.

Very courteous staff. Abnoxious passenger in front of me who reclined her seat all the way without warning and without considering the person behind her. My flight ORD-WAW was so much more pleasant because of the courtesy of the passenger in front of me.

Do not use KAYAK or Finair for future travel. Unless you purchase the tickets directly from the airline, you were going to have a difficult time checking in. Kayak canceled my flights twice and ended up causing great difficulty in me getting back from Europe because they double sold my tickets between American Airlines and Finair. The event caused significant delays and led to me having to rebook my flights.

The staff were all particularly great. The plane was clean and fresh. The bassinet worked great. It was all very nice.

Boarding uncomfortable. Stewardess said I would have to check my carry on as there was no room in the overhead bins. Another passenger helped me find a spot.

Any flight that lands safely is a good flight. However our leg from Helsinki was delayed 1 hour with no explanation. The delay would not allow us to make our connection to Cincinnati. I was informed by American Airlines that our Cincinnati flight was rescheduled for the following day. I immediately made a non refundable hotel reservation in Dallas. Upon exiting the plane at Dallas I was given a hotel voucher. Nice, but I can't get a refund on the hotel I booked. A little communication would have been helpful. Food on Finnair is below quality of Korean Air.

The cabin crew really looked like they wanted to be somewhere else. They weren't really interested in providing an attentive service to full fare paying passengers at all. However the Captiain's in flight announcements were relaxed and very entertaining.

Crew were professional and responsive. Food was mediocre and breakfast could do with revampinmg

Food was very ordinary for premium economy, very small portions.

i dont know WHY they call it business class. the seats are NOT significantly wider than economy seats, they just do not let the middle seats be beepked to give the illusion of more space between passengers. the seats do NOT recline any more than economy seats either. the only real difference is the full meal served to business (vs none for economy). I would rather have a wider, lie flat ACTUAL business class seat with no food for a 3 hr flight. this was pretty disappointing to say the least.

There wore nice leather like sits, in my opinion seats lay out bit tight . Crew was great they did averything possible to make averywone comfortable as possible, food was, think worst I ever head on flight, head chicken and yellow rice. Ice cream was a nic treat.

Our previous flight was delayed but they waited for us to board.

Crew was unresponsive to request for a soda. Food was horrible and I’d venture to guess many others thought so as well by the amount that they trashed. Made me sick to my stomach and ended up in bed the remainder of the day once we arrived. Screaming child for 3/4 of the almost 8 hour flight. Crew had no headphones whatsoever for free or purchase. Seating way too tight and we upgraded our seats. I do not see us ever flying this airline again.

Standard short hop flight. No food, no entertainment. Just get in, get something to drink, and try to be as comfortable as you can for an hour.

Travelling coach, comfort is all in one's perspective. Movie choices were great. Food was OK. Flight crew were pleasant. Tip: If they come through asking if you want tea or coffee, do not ask for water. They get miffed. So use the call button after they pass through.

Cancelled my flight. Only option had a layover in Italy. No compensation for the 4 extra hours of travel time. The travel agency, cheapflightfares, blamed Scandinavian airlines and said there was nothing they could do. Scandinavian airlines said since it was booked through a travel agency there was nothing they could do. The entire thing was incredibly frustrating. Never booking through kayak or with Scandinavian again.

The seats were really cramped. The high backs on the chairs made you feel claustrophobic.

Maybe more diverse entertainment. Although the inflight cameras were amazing 10/10

Boarding was chaotic and the flight left late but arrived at a decent time. This may have been because of the sxsw festival that was going on.

I was pleasantly surprised as it was my first time flying with them. The seats were comfortable with more legroom than usual. The service was great too! The entertainment was good but could use a few more new movies.

The flight got canceled and you just send an email in the middle of the night and no solution to how to get on the next flight or provide other solutions.

You cost me my time and did not compensate properly. Gfy.

The payment system was not working so was unable to connect wifi the entire flight

everything to do with KAYAK was terrible. Your customer facing departments are utterly useless, timewasting and unhelpful.

I ordered short ribs for main course. It tasted sweet, really sweet. Horrible.

Our luggage didn’t arrive with us, that puts a damper on the whole trip.

The screen didn’t work and I didn’t get the seat upgrade I paid $300 for. They were no help with that,

Paid $180 for seat selection, and selection essnt honored. Have to call for a refund.

Was 3 hrs delayed and my poor friend I met in Barcelona was waiting at airport for 3 hrs. Dallas airport was awful

The internet was horrible. Plus they charged me $25 for service that didn't work which should have been free since I'm Concierge Key. The flight attendant Rick Young was excellent. Greeted me by name and very attentive.

Not good. First time flying AA in years and won’t be doing so again. We departed late and missed our connecting flight to Barcelona. As a result we missed the first two days of a Mediterranean cruise. No reason given for the delay. Got rerouted from JFK to Heathrow and then to Barcelona. Flight to Heathrow was delayed causing us to miss the flight to Barcelona again. Routed then to Palmero where we had to purchase transportation and a 2 night hotel stay to pick up the cruise there. Probably cost us $2k plus.

My flights were great and the crew on them was lovely especially the London to Barcelona flight as Al & AJ were so amazingly nice. I wish they would be my crew always as they have the best customer service. Sadly both flights were delayed the first one from Vegas was because they clearly loaded the cargo wrong the plane was off balance making us 2 hours late. This made me miss my connection and sadly it was challenging rebooking while I was on the flight. I will never use Kayak again as there was no customer service number or live chat and you rebooked me on a flight 2 days later. I had my mom call BA to change it which she did after spending an hour on hold. This should not be so difficult. My second flight was an hour delayed due to not being able to disconnect the bridge from the plane but I did finally make it home.

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