Travelling from Orlando to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Riga International Airport (RIX) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Riga is UTC+2, which is 6 hours ahead of Orlando. Riga International Airport is located in Riga.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Orlando to RIX.
Going away during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Orlando to RIX that includes a stopover. To see your options leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers between MCO and RIX include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
MCO is around 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando to Riga International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RIX instead:
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Riga. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Riga International Airport (RIX)
For a one-way ticket from Orlando to Riga International Airport, C$447 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,096. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get flight tickets from Orlando to RIX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Orlando to Riga International Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Orlando to RIX. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll update you the moment the price changes.
Personalize your trip with filters. Adjust the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Orlando to Riga International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Riga International Airport (RIX)
February is the quietest time to fly to Riga. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Riga International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from Orlando to RIX for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Riga to range from 13ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Orlando to Riga International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Riga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Riga right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Orlando to Riga International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Riga Central Market, Jugenda Stila Nami, Riga and Latvian National Opera are attractions you won't want to skip in Riga.
Complete your Riga trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Orlando to Riga International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Riga. Check out the offers and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
