Flying from Phoenix to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Riga is nine hours ahead of Phoenix. Riga International Airport is located in Riga, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to RIX.
Popular months like March or vacation periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Phoenix to RIX that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between PHX and RIX include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Traveling from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Phoenix to Riga International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from PHX.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to RIX flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights departing here land when expected.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Book a hotel near RIX if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to Riga International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Riga International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Central Riga is around 10 kilometers from Riga International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Riga International Airport is AED 1,446. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 2,777. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to RIX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Phoenix to Riga International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Phoenix to RIX.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Riga International Airport (RIX)
August is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Riga International Airport (RIX). Visit Riga in January for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Phoenix to RIX plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Riga to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Riga International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Riga International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Riga Central Market and Latvian National Opera are popular attractions which should feature on any good Riga itinerary.
Explore more of Latvia
You've visited Riga, now it's time to explore other corners of Latvia. Journey around 193 kilometers southeast to Daugavpils to tick off its popular sights. From St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church to Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of Latvia, head for Ventspils, about 153 kilometers west of Riga. Ventspils Beach, Ventspils pludmale and Ventspils Water Park are key reasons to visit.
