Flying from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is ten hours ahead of Seattle. Riga International Airport is located in Riga.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Seattle to RIX. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Seattle to RIX that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SEA and RIX include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
80% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can arrive at PAE from the center of Seattle in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to RIX flight, stay in one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider booking a hotel close to RIX if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Seattle to Riga International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is around 10 kilometers from the center of Riga. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX)
At the moment, $254 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $568. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to RIX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Riga International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Seattle to RIX.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX)
January is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Riga based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Riga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Seattle to RIX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Riga when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Old City Riga (Vecriga) followed by Riga Central Market and Latvian National Opera.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Latvia you'll want to see. About 193 kilometers southeast of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Ventspils is another standout destination in Latvia and is around 153 kilometers west of Riga. No journey is complete without experiencing Ventspils Beach, Ventspils pludmale and Ventspils Water Park.