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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

Sun, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 16
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10:45 pm - 9:35 pmJFK-RIX
15h 50m1 stop
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1:45 pm - 7:05 pmRIX-JFK
12h 20m1 stop
$349Finnair
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Sun, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 16
Finnair Logo
10:45 pm - 9:35 pmJFK-RIX
15h 50m1 stop
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9:25 am - 7:05 pmRIX-JFK
16h 40m1 stop
$351Finnair
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Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
British Airways Logo
10:55 pm - 5:50 pmJFK-RIX
11h 55m1 stop
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8:35 am - 7:10 pmRIX-JFK
17h 35m1 stop
$369British Airways
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Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 5:40 pmJFK-RIX
17h 15m2 stops
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1:45 pm - 7:05 pmRIX-JFK
12h 20m1 stop
$373American Airlines
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Fri, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 21
British Airways Logo
10:45 pm - 5:40 pmJFK-RIX
11h 55m1 stop
British Airways Logo
9:25 am - 7:05 pmRIX-JFK
16h 40m1 stop
$374British Airways
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Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 3:05 pmEWR-RIX
13h 35m2 stops
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6:30 am - 4:40 pmRIX-EWR
16h 10m1 stop
$389Scandinavian Airlines
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Thu, Mar 26 - Tue, Apr 7
American Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 5:40 pmJFK-RIX
11h 55m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 7:10 pmRIX-JFK
12h 10m1 stop
$389American Airlines
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Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 3:05 pmEWR-RIX
13h 35m2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 2:35 pmRIX-EWR
28h 50m2 stops
$390Scandinavian Airlines
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Sat, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 27
LOT Logo
10:35 pm - 5:55 pmJFK-RIX
12h 20m1 stop
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6:40 pm - 8:35 pmRIX-JFK
32h 55m1 stop
$405LOT
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Tue, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 27
LOT Logo
10:35 pm - 5:55 pmJFK-RIX
12h 20m1 stop
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6:40 pm - 8:35 pmRIX-JFK
32h 55m1 stop
$414LOT
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Cheapest • from $349 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 7.6 score
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $559-$619
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JFK - RIX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$239
Typical prices: $432-$433
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JFK - RIX • 1 stop
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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.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Riga?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Riga departing in November.

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 November, where tickets cost $528 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $748 and $737 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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$239
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $239 for a one-way ticket and $349 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?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam 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 $652 and an overall rating of 7.7, KLM is the most popular choice. Finnair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $658 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.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from New York to Riga

 
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7.6
LOTOverall score based on 1134 reviews
7.6Boarding
6.9Entertainment
8.2Crew
7.5Comfort
7.1Food
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Flight was delayed for a hour from Warsaw, not sure why. When we landed in Chicago, plane was still on the runway for about half a hour. Took a while to get off.

8.0 ExcellentMatthew, Oct 2025WAW - ORD
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Flight was delayed for a hour from Warsaw, not sure why. When we landed in Chicago, plane was still on the runway for about half a hour. Took a while to get off.

Very poor. Seats like economy class, food unbeatable, no charging, no entertainment, no WiFi, boarding by bus - no justification for calling and pricing this as business class

Boarding was delayed for an unknown reason for more than an hour. While the airplane was at the gate, the boarding time was moved by 10-20 minutes every 15 minutes. No entertainment on the plane.

The flight itself was pleasant and on time. Crew was very good. However, breakfast food was barely acceptable. Unfortunately this satisfies the recent industry standards. I asked for a sandwich with ham (another choice was cheese), but received a sandwich with roast beef.

During the flight, the fleas biting me in the plane.

Delay rushed to the next plane and bags didn’t arrive in chicago

Boarding could've been improved a bit, the rest is excellent.

The crew and flight were amazing . However , my bag’s locker got broken and no refund provided . Everything else was amazing except this bad incident that ruined my experience

Checking in took very long for whatever reason. Flight comfort these days is always poor so… Crew was great thought!

The seats are small and the movie selection was disappointing. However, the food was excellent and the cabin crew was attentive and kind.

All reviews good because...flight from BWI to London ,economy seats was miserable. I usually book 1,step up from economy but this would have added 1500 bucks 1 way. Bit the bullet and upgraded for retun flight, otherwise all ratings would have been rock bottom.

Great. It was awesome to have boarding from the front and back of the plane as it made the process go very quickly

It was okay. The airplane was a little smaller than a flight from Thailand to Helsinki.

Wish that everyone would board the back of the plane first. Also let kids on first. The gate wasn’t open at arrival and we waited 45 minutes to takeoff. They made up for time in the air.

This was an absolutely exceptional flight. The flight attendants were extremely attentive and very friendly. They seemed to go out of their way to make us comfortable and to make sure that we had everything we needed., We were in business and were very happy with the size and the details for our pods. We would definitely recommend Finnair and will definitely be flying with them again.

We had an excellent trip with Finnair. This was our first time and we’re very pleased. The only issue was with the boarding - it was a little bit confusing and needs a little bit of streamlining.

Crew very lovely. Arrived an hour late due to bad weather. We were given new tickets to an other flight but it could have been organised better, so we did not have to run through the whole airport to.

Flight delayed over an hour. They said they would hold our connection but then did not.

Major problems checking in at Alaska counter. They could not find our booking code because it came from Finnair.

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.

No vegetarian option was provided for the regular meal or the pre-landing snack.

The Scandinavian flight was excellent, however the second flight was partnered with TAP Portugal which was not so good. crowded gate area with no chairs, delayed flight, bad boarding process, no entertainment system onboard, and the baggage didn’t get to the carousel until well over an hour which caused our taxi that was waiting to leave. Love SAS, hate TAP.

Great logistics and timeliness as we arrived quite early. Flight smooth and fast. Excellent entertainment. Plane itself was a bit tired and the crew mostly indifferent. Baggage took forever but that’s on CPH. Would use SAS again for sure.

Will not recommend SAS for business travel. Food was so-so. Service was very good. First leg was very good. Second leg from Copenhagen to Barcelona was terrible. We paid a LOT for business class and to have seats worse than most coach seats with no entertainment and no charging available for 1/3rd of the whole trip was not acceptable. Very disappointing. I thought they were coming back in the U.S. with style, NOT YET.

I do not have a problem with the airline but both my two suitcases that were supposed to go from Hawaii to Copenhagen didn’t get on the plane in Seattle. I arrive on Monday the 21st at 10:30 in the morning. I did not get my two suitcases before Friday late afternoon that is unacceptable.

No choice of food. Needed to pay more even for a can of coke!!!

The seats were really close together and hard to get comfortable. The food was okay. The cheese was amazing! I loved the cold towels they gave us.

When my flight was changed from delays they were quick to rebook me.

I really enjoyed how clean and big the aircraft was, as well as how friendly the crew was.

Airline left me stranded in the U.S. gave me an unrequested refund of 40% of booking and canceled my trip back! When I asked why, the said “we don’t have to tell you why”. “But you can rebook”. Never again! Paid 2x and rebooked on Austrian. What a joke!

Disliked having to wait a little longer to disembark from the plan when we landed in London

Food should be better quality. Video screens have poor resolution and the library of movies is poor. The other airlines are much better.

They only offered water for Group 6. Awful announcements from the Crew. Couldn't understand a single word. Barely came by for the trash afterwards. Man, I love water for a premium flight. Wow. Water in a cup.

Great. Quick and quiet and east. The breakfast choices were a welcome surprise!

We arrived 4 hours early and still almost missed the flight because they weren’t able to access one of the boarding tickets. They then sent hour bags late and we were all of our without clothing and eventually had to take an expensive cab back and forth to the airport as they wouldn’t deliver the bag which arrived late at night that day and we would have to wait until noon the began day (messing up a second day of plans). Also, all the food has dairy or pork. No vegan or even vegetarian option in the flight—even for purchase.

The comfort of the seats was great, the crew eased my child’s anxieties and the fact that I had full cans of my beverage choice was great.

Pathetic check in experience at JFK. Everything is self check in. Not enough staff present to help with when the check in process or the kiosk gets stuck. Staff present not welcoming or pleasant at all. On the other hand the NY based flight crew was great. Courteous and friendly throughout the flight. Special meals leave a lot to be desired. Kids meals should be made available when kids are flying and same goes for special kids meals too.

Waited on the runway for takeoff for 2.5 hours. Air traffic rerouted us. The plane didn't have enough fuel, so had to go back to the gate. Had to wait for a new pilot. Should have landed at 5:22. Didn't land until 9:10. Trash flight.

There were five broken seats on the plane. The crew was very rude in telling people they had to get off the plane and get a flight the next day. No call for volunteers, but telling people they had to get off. One woman was flying with her elderly mother and daughter and was told she had to leave or all three had to leave. Fortunately, a volunteer offered to stay. The situation was handled poorly.

Delays on all NY flights. There was no communication on why but they didn’t say it was weather. Other carriers were not delayed.

The flat beds. Other than that, the place was not clean.

Moved me away from my family and refused to fix it.

I have always been pleased with their service. Would not change a thing

Seating and food was the worst we have experienced in 35 years of traveling for both personal and busines .

Economy seats felt more cramped than other flights we have taken.7 hr, painful sitting hours 6 and 7. Web site difficult to deal with. Originally put in for 1 special meal due to type 2. Meal was awful. Tried to change selection to standard for return flight, on app and website, unable to complete that action.

I was sleeping during dinner service, no one bothered to offer meal later, I remained hungry….until I got a morning sandwich!

Very caring crew on board. Didn’t have dinner as I was sleeping. Was seating in the emergency row so I had comfortable leg room

Although the crew were great and the good nice, I might as well have been on Ryanair for the amount of space I had. Not good enough BA. I’d rather pay more and not feel like a human sardine.

Crew were fantastic can’t fault them at all. Couldn’t do enough for us

They’ve lost my bag and I have no way of really getting in touch with anyone and have received no updates.

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