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Cheapest return flight
£372
Typical prices: £325-£529
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 13/4Sat 21/4
RIX - JFK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£283
Typical prices: £311-£641
Finnair
Wed 12/12
RIX - JFK • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Riga and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £438 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 12h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riga to John F Kennedy Intl (RIX-JFK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Riga to John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, 13 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
06:30 - 15:40RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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17:10 - 15:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
15h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
£372Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 15 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
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15:45 - 15:35RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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17:10 - 15:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
15h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
£382Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 10 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
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15:45 - 15:40RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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17:10 - 15:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
15h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
£385Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, 11 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
06:30 - 15:40RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:10 - 15:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
15h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
£387Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
British Airways Logo
09:05 - 20:05RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
British Airways Logo
22:45 - 17:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
11h 55m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
£388British Airways
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Finnair Logo
13:45 - 19:05RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
22:45 - 21:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
16h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
£389Finnair
Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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09:05 - 19:05RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
22:45 - 21:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
16h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
£390Finnair
Fri, 15 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
Finnair Logo
13:45 - 19:05RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
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18:25 - 21:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
20h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Helsinki-Vantaa
£390Finnair
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Finnair Logo
09:05 - 19:05RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
22:45 - 21:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
16h 00m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
£391Finnair
Sat, 13 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
Finnair Logo
13:45 - 19:05RIX  Riga Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
21:45 - 21:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RIX Riga Intl
17h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Helsinki-Vantaa
£392Finnair
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Return flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from £325 to £529. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £372 on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at £333 return.
•May (£565) and December (£550) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£283
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 115% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Riga to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Riga to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 4,189 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from £325 to £529, with an average of £430 over the past 12 months. Anything below £325 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the £430 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £372 to £3,080. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £377, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Riga Intl (RIX) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £407 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £456, a difference of £50.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 15m, compared to 12h 16m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and 13h 04m via Oslo Gardermoen (OSL).

  • What is the time difference between Riga and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Riga (Eastern Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average £407, about £50 less than Tuesday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riga to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average £333 return in that month – typically £232 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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