Travelling from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Seattle is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Riga is nine hours ahead of Seattle. Riga International Airport is located in Riga, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Seattle to RIX won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Seattle to RIX leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to RIX flight:
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Riga International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Riga's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Riga International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, central Riga is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Right now, $606 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Riga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,044. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to RIX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Seattle to Riga International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Riga. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Riga International Airport (RIX), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Seattle to RIX flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Riga International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Picturesque Rīga and Riga Central Market are essential stops on your Riga itinerary.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Latvia waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Ventspils is another sought-after destination in Latvia and is around 153 kilometres west of Riga. No trip is complete without experiencing Kurzeme coastline, Ostgals historical city district and Ventspils Water Park.
