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$440+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — CHI
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Wed 1/28
Wed 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 29, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:50 pmRUH - ORD
1 stop17h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/51:10 pmORD - RUH
1 stop28h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/27$4,101
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:25 pmRUH - ORD
2 stops29h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/52:37 pmORD - RUH
2 stops26h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$4,129
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/272:00 amRUH - ORD
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/59:50 pmORD - RUH
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$4,294
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:55 pmRUH - ORD
3 stops25h 24mKLM
Mon 1/55:59 pmORD - RUH
2 stops19h 51mKLM
Deal found 12/27$5,401

Find flight deals from Riyadh to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$621
(oojo)

One-way from

$440
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,368
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One-way flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Chicago (CHI)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($357 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 2/9

6:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

6:50 pm-3:35 am

1 stop23h 45m

$621

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/10

1:25 pm-10:05 am

1 stop29h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

8:20 pm-5:30 am

1 stop24h 10m

$648

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/10

4:25 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

3:50 pm-2:25 am

2 stops25h 35m

$657

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 2/9

8:25 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

4:10 pm-8:55 am

2 stops31h 45m

$657

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 2/21

6:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop36h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

11:50 am-12:45 am

1 stop27h 55m

$659

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 2/12

10:30 am-7:35 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

1:10 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$665

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 1/14

6:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

9:50 pm-4:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$687

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 1/27

6:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop36h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

8:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$696

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 1/20

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$441

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-6:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$452

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Deals found on 12/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Riyadh to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Riyadh-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Riyadh-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Riyadh-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Chicago?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chicago (average of $575). Flying from Riyadh to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $814). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Riyadh to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Riyadh to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Riyadh to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Riyadh to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Riyadh to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amman (AMM) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $593.

What’s the fastest layover option from Riyadh to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Riyadh to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Amman (AMM) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Riyadh to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Riyadh to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 10m.

How often are flights from Riyadh to Chicago delayed?

About 33% of weekly flights between Riyadh and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 109 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Riyadh to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Riyadh to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, SAUDIA have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 33% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated December 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and British Airways from Riyadh to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,345 reviews

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,345 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,345 reviews

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,625 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,345 reviews

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Riyadh to Chicago?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), located 18.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Riyadh to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from King Khaled Intl to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Riyadh to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Riyadh to Chicago can take about 17h 35m. Royal Jordanian provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $621. The distance between Riyadh and Chicago is about 6974 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $575. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $640 and $764, respectively. Users have found that British Airways is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Riyadh to Chicago are Royal Jordanian ($381), Turkish Airlines ($405), and ITA Airways ($409).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riyadh to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riyadh to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riyadh to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chicago (average of $575). Flying from Riyadh to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $814). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Riyadh to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$575Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$640Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$764Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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