Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC is six hours behind Riga and follows the UTC-4 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 board your RIX to IAD flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between RIX and IAD:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
At the moment, ₹ 54,869 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 41,393. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIX to IAD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
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To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
It'll take around 3 hours 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Washington DC in January.
Before locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RIX to IAD around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Washington DC, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.