New York to Riga (JFK–RIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Riga
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+7h ahead 42 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and RIX, connecting options are available through 42 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to RIX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
42
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,710
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
Riga is 7 hours ahead of New York.
JFK: EDT · RIX: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Riga.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–RIX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Riga route.
Route details
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections42 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: RIX
Full nameRiga International Airport
IATA / ICAORIX / EVRA
TimezoneEurope/Riga
Passengers/yr7.1M
Elevation36 ft / 11 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to RIX flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BUD, EMA, LHR, GVA, RAK, YUL, LCA, CPH, OSL, HEL, LGW, BCN, BRU, WAW, AMS, LIS, SSH, MAN, MXP, MUC, ARN, ZRH, DUB, BEG, FCO, KEF, FRA, OTP, CDG, ATH, NCE, BER, IST, MAD, CTA, VIE, DXB, TLV, EDI, KRK, OPO and TAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Riga is 7 hours ahead of New York.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via BUD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.