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$667+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — CHI
Aug 11 — Aug 181
Tue 8/11
Tue 8/18
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 July 12, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/47:25 pm
RUH
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ORD
1 stop28h 45m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 9/128:00 pm
ORD
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RUH
1 stop23h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 7/9$667
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2510:55 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop37h 15m
Royal Jordanian
Sat 8/18:00 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop29h 55m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 7/9$689
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/246:10 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop18h 00m
Royal Jordanian
Fri 7/318:00 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop31h 25m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 7/8$691
This ubfly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 ubfly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/266:10 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop18h 00m
Royal Jordanian
Sun 8/28:00 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop23h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 7/10$693
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/287:25 pm
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop28h 45m
Royal Jordanian
Tue 8/411:10 am
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop14h 45m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 7/12$694
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/276:10 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop18h 00m
Royal Jordanian
Mon 8/38:00 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop23h 40m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 7/11$695
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/284:20 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/139:10 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/8$704
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/204:20 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/312:10 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop34h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/9$706
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1010:40 pm
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/138:20 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/9$749
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Thu 11/262:00 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop20h 10m
Lufthansa
Wed 12/23:40 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop21h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/11$757
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/204:25 am
RUH
-
ORD
1 stop19h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/241:10 pm
ORD
-
RUH
1 stop34h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/7$771
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/202:00 am
RUH
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ORD
2 stops44h 13m
Air Canada
Tue 11/247:05 am
ORD
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RUH
2 stops27h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/8$792

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 July 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$667
(oojo)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$765
Provider with most accurate pricing for Riyadh King Khaled Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Chicago (CHI)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 37% potential increase in price ($578 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Chicago that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 7/26

6:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/2

8:00 pm-3:40 am

1 stop23h 40m

$693

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 11/10

4:25 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops29h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/13

2:20 pm-2:25 am

2 stops27h 05m

$695

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 11/9

4:25 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/13

8:20 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$749

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 11/20

4:25 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/24

1:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop34h 50m

$771

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 11/9

2:00 am-10:03 pm

2 stops29h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/13

8:50 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops38h 05m

$802

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/23

8:45 am-9:47 pm

2 stops21h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

4:20 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$971

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 9/28

11:55 pm-4:59 pm

3 stops25h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

5:24 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops21h 26m

$974

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 10/20

11:55 pm-2:44 pm

3 stops22h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/31

5:39 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops21h 06m

$975
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 8/7

10:15 pm-5:15 am

1 stop39h 00m

$717

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 8/6

1:10 am-3:10 pm

2 stops46h 00m

$827

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Deals found on 7/8

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Compare providers for flights from Riyadh to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Riyadh to Chicago in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Riyadh-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Estimated round-trip price
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chicago (average of $604). Flying from Riyadh to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,433). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Riyadh to Chicago?

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 July 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad 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
7.3
Good
1,475 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,475 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,475 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.

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. 1 airline 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 18h. Royal Jordanian provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $693. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Riyadh to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $642. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 33% 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 ITA Airways ($430), Turkish Airlines ($445), and Lufthansa ($646).

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chicago (average of $604). Flying from Riyadh to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,433). 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 airline flying from Riyadh to Chicago

Discover the top airline 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 July 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$642Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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