Flying from Chicago to Riga International Airport (RIX): What you need to know
Riga is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Riga International Airport is located in Riga, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Chicago to RIX won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to RIX departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Riga International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to RIX flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kms (90 miles) or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Riga International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive as expected. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Riga International Airport (RIX)
Consider booking a hotel near RIX if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Riga International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Riga International Airport flight.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
From Riga International Airport, central Riga is around 10 kms (6 miles) away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Riga International Airport (RIX)
£237 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Riga International Airport. Return flights start from £431. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to RIX. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Riga International Airport (RIX)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Riga International Airport (RIX). August is the busiest month to travel to Riga. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in January.
When booking your Chicago to RIX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Riga, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Riga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Riga
Start your Riga trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Riga International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Old City Riga (Vecriga), Riga Central Market and Latvian National Opera are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Riga itinerary.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Latvia you should also see. About 193 kms (120 miles) southeast of Riga, a visit to Daugavpils will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Church, Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art Centre and Daugavpils Fortress.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Riga, Ventspils is another essential stop in Latvia. No visit is complete without checking out Ventspils Beach, Ventspils pludmale and Ventspils Water Park.