Riga to Toronto (RIX–YYZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RIX–YYZ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Transat leads the route. The flight covers 4,210 miles in approximately 8h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TS Air Transat | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RIX: EEST · YYZ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Riga, it's 11:00 AM in Toronto.
UP Express from T1 to Union Station runs every 15 minutes (25 min, CAD $12.35). The station is inside T1; take the LINK train from T3 arrivals first (free, 3 min). Taxis to downtown use a meter; expect CAD $55–75.Ride-hail (Uber, Lyft) picks up at the designated Ground Transportation area; follow signs. TTC buses run to the Kipling and Bloor–Yonge subway stations (CAD $3.30) for a longer but cheaper option. Car rental agencies are at T1 and accessible from T3 via the LINK train.
Humid continental climate. Winters are harsh (−10 to −1°C, December–March) with significant snowfall. Pearson closes runways for plowing and de-icing regularly, causing wave delays. Ice storms (freezing rain) are more disruptive than snowfall and can halt operations for hours. Buffalo-effect lake-effect snow can bring heavy accumulations with little warning.
Summers are warm and humid (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that delay departures July–August. Spring and fall are pleasant but unpredictable. YYZ connections in winter require significant schedule buffer. It is Canada's most weather-disrupted major hub.
RIX–YYZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RIX to YYZ
Riga International Airport (RIX) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Transat.
RIX to YYZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RIX to YYZ ranges from 8 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,210 miles (6,776 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via BRU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.