Cheap flights from Riyadh to Chicago

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Cheapest round-trip flights$735
Etihad1 stop20 hrMon, Jun 22 — Sun, Jul 5
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chicago is currently $735
Cheapest one-way flight$464
ITA1 stop20 hrWed, Sep 2
The cheapest one-way flight from Riyadh to Chicago is currently $464
Last-minute weekend getaway$914
Qatar Airways1 stop22 hrThu, Jun 25 — Mon, Jun 29
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Riyadh to Chicago is currently $914
Cheapest business class flights$2,811
EgyptAir1 stop46 hrFri, Jul 3 — Fri, Jul 17
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chicago is currently $2,811
Fastest flight15 hr 55 minThe fastest flight with stops from Riyadh to Chicago takes 15 hr 55 min
Nonstop flightsNoneThere are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically May.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $630–780
May
Most expensive
Typical prices: $800–1,250

Popular airlines from Riyadh to Chicago

  • Turkish Airlines
    from $996
    Typical price: $710–2,350
    29 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - ORDEvery day
  • Etihad
    from $735
    Typical price: $760–1,500
    28 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - ORDEvery day
  • Royal Jordanian
    from $741
    Typical price: $850–1,850
    27 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - ORDEvery day
  • Qatar Airways
    from $797
    Typical price: $870–1,750
    21 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - ORDEvery day
  • EgyptAir
    from $935
    Typical price: $1,900–3,700
    18 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - ORDEvery Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
  • Emirates
    from $1,151
    Typical price: $1,150–1,850
    7 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - ORDEvery day

Popular airports near Riyadh

  • King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
    RiyadhSaudi Arabia29 min17 mi
  • King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
    DammamSaudi Arabia4 hr229 mi
  • Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ)
    Al Qassim ProvinceSaudi Arabia3 hr 42 min211 mi
  • Al-Ahsa Airport (HOF)
    Al HofufSaudi Arabia3 hr 28 min180 mi

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    ChicagoUnited States27 min16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 25 min75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Riyadh to Chicago

The cheapest flights from Riyadh to Chicago are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $630 to $780.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Etihad from $735. The cheapest one-way flight was with ITA from $464.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $996, flying from Aug 29 to Sep 11.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $735, flying from Jun 22 to Jul 5.
  • The cheapest Royal Jordanian flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $741, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 24.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $797, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 27.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $935, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 30.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $1,151, flying from Sep 5 to Sep 20.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chicago starts at $735 from Mon, Jun 22 to Sun, Jul 5. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $464 and departs on Wed, Sep 2.
15 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Riyadh to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Riyadh to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Riyadh to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Riyadh to Chicago.

In terms of flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 29 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

Other popular airlines flying from Riyadh to Chicago are:
  • Etihad offers 28 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • Royal Jordanian offers 27 connecting flights per week. Royal Jordanian flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • Qatar Airways offers 21 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • EgyptAir offers 18 connecting flights per week. EgyptAir flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • Emirates offers 7 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Riyadh and Chicago.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Etihad from $735. The cheapest one-way flight was with ITA from $464.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $996, flying from Aug 29 to Sep 11.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $735, flying from Jun 22 to Jul 5.
  • The cheapest Royal Jordanian flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $741, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 24.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $797, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 27.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $935, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 30.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Riyadh to Chicago is $1,151, flying from Sep 5 to Sep 20.
No airline flies direct from Riyadh to Chicago.
  • There are 29 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 Etihad connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 27 Royal Jordanian connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 EgyptAir connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
  • There are 7 Emirates connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Chicago at price $914 is offered by Qatar Airways from Thu, Jun 25 to Mon, Jun 29.
No airline flies direct from Riyadh to Chicago.
  • There are 29 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 Etihad connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 27 Royal Jordanian connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 EgyptAir connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
  • There are 7 Emirates connecting flights from Riyadh to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are no direct flights from Riyadh to Chicago.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Riyadh to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Chicago start at $2,811 from Fri, Jul 3 to Fri, Jul 17 with EgyptAir.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Chicago start at $735 from Mon, Jun 22 to Sun, Jul 5.
To book business class trips from Riyadh to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Riyadh and Chicago starts at $914 from Thu, Jun 25 to Mon, Jun 29 with Qatar Airways.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Chicago at price $914 is offered by Qatar Airways from Thu, Jun 25 to Mon, Jun 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Riyadh to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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