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$452+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Illinois

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RUH — ORD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

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Thu 12/251:45 amRUH - ORD
1 stop27h 15mLOT
Wed 1/289:55 pmORD - RUH
1 stop16h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/16$2,439
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:45 amRUH - ORD
1 stop27h 15mLOT
Sat 1/319:55 pmORD - RUH
1 stop16h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/16$2,675
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:45 amRUH - ORD
1 stop27h 15mLOT
Sat 1/319:55 pmORD - RUH
1 stop16h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/16$2,808
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/2710:30 amRUH - ORD
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/271:10 pmORD - RUH
1 stop28h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,873
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/234:30 amRUH - ORD
1 stop36h 05mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/271:10 pmORD - RUH
1 stop28h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/16$3,502
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/275:05 pmRUH - ORD
1 stop23h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 1/291:10 pmORD - RUH
1 stop34h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/16$3,504
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Mon 12/299:45 amRUH - ORD
3 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/269:45 amORD - RUH
2 stops29h 14mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/16$3,649
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/2710:30 amRUH - ORD
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/261:10 pmORD - RUH
1 stop23h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/16$3,653
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/2510:40 pmRUH - ORD
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/271:10 pmORD - RUH
1 stop28h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/16$3,655
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Thu 12/254:10 pmRUH - ORD
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/288:20 pmORD - RUH
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,745
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Thu 12/254:10 pmRUH - ORD
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/268:20 pmORD - RUH
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,752
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Thu 12/254:10 pmRUH - ORD
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/258:20 pmORD - RUH
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,792

Find flight deals from Riyadh to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riyadh to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$621
(oojo)

One-way from

$452
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,368
Provider with most accurate pricing for Riyadh King Khaled Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Riyadh King Khaled Intl-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($374 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Illinois that are best for you.

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Riyadh

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RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

6:50 pm-3:35 am

1 stop23h 45m

$621

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 4/23

12:05 am-6:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

7:50 pm-11:35 am

1 stop31h 45m

$646

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 1/30

2:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

8:20 pm-12:50 am

1 stop19h 30m

$659

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 2/18

10:30 am-7:35 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

1:10 pm-3:05 am

1 stop28h 55m

$693

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 2/18

6:25 am-5:48 pm

2 stops20h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

3:55 pm-4:50 am

2 stops27h 55m

$718

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 4/16

12:05 am-9:40 am

1 stop17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

11:25 am-11:00 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$726

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/17

2:00 am-1:01 pm

2 stops44h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

3:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops43h 00m

$752

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 4/23

12:35 am-7:35 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

10:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$757

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/17

1:00 am-7:49 pm

2 stops51h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

6:35 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$758

RiyadhChicago

RUH - ORD

RUHORD

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 4/17

8:25 am-7:35 pm

2 stops43h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

8:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$759

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Deals found on 12/16

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Illinois (average of $575). Flying from Riyadh to Illinois 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, and British Airways from Riyadh to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

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.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

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.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

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.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

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

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

    For a flight from Riyadh to Illinois, you will be flying from King Khaled Intl. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is just 18.7 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Riyadh to Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from Riyadh to Illinois in 17h 35m. Fly via Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines, or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Riyadh and Illinois is about 6974 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Riyadh to Illinois are Royal Jordanian ($381), Etihad Airways ($407), and ITA Airways ($409).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Illinois (average of $575). Flying from Riyadh to Illinois 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 Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Illinois. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$575Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$640Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$764Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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