Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Riga International Airport (RIX): what you need to know
Riga's timezone is UTC+2, making Riga six hours ahead of Orlando.
To ensure you catch your MCO to RIX flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MCO and RIX include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Gatwick Airport
Keflavik International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Riga International Airport (RIX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport flight is 238 €. A return ticket right now is 424 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MCO to RIX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCO to RIX.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights that take off from Orlando International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Orlando International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MCO:
Arriving at Riga International Airport (RIX)
Reserve a hotel near RIX if you're on a late Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Riga International Airport rental car and explore Riga and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Carwiz are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Riga International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Riga International Airport (RIX) to central Riga
Riga International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Riga. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Riga International Airport (RIX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Riga in February.
Lock in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Riga International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCO to RIX sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Latvia
Riga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Latvia waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres south-east of Riga, a trip to Daugavpils will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Parks, Cietokšņa promenāde and Za_Pochtoi.
Around 40 kilometres south-west of Riga, Jelgava is another favourite stop in Latvia. Experience major highlights starting with Jelgavas pludmale, Jelgavas Vecpilsētas māja and Šamota skulptūru parks Pasta salā.