Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to RIX flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and RIX:
Dublin Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
R 5,960 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,438. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to RIX if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SFO to RIX.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Reserve a hotel near RIX if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Riga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Panek, Green Motion or Carwiz and venture far and wide through Riga and beyond.
Booking your ride from Riga International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport to central Riga has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Riga based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Riga International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to RIX in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Latvia you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
If you want to check out another great destination in Latvia, consider Jelgava, about 40 kilometres south-west of Riga. Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā are highlights.
