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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Reykjavik (REK)

CHI — REK
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Reykjavik are usually found in October or April, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Reykjavik

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Reykjavik (REK). 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 November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$610

Good round-trip deal

$457 or less

Good one-way deal

$402 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Reykjavik (REK) flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Reykjavik (REK).
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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 Chicago to Reykjavik in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Chicago-Reykjavik flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Reykjavik flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Reykjavik flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Reykjavik flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Chicago-Reykjavik 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 Chicago to Reykjavik

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Reykjavik from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Reykjavik

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Reykjavik. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Reykjavik may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 9 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik (average of $313). Flying from Chicago to Reykjavik in March is currently the most expensive (average of $589). 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to REK?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Reykjavik. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Reykjavik, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Reykjavik

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reykjavik. 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 Reykjavik. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Reykjavik, such as United Airlines and Icelandair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Icelandair
7.1
Good
568 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Icelandair, at $360, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Reykjavik. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik for 45% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Reykjavik?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik consider choosing Icelandair (81%), Air Canada (68%) or Austrian Airlines (68%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Reykjavik 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 Chicago to Reykjavik?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik (average of $313). Flying from Chicago to Reykjavik in March is currently the most expensive (average of $589). 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 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Reykjavik

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Reykjavik. 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$360Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$612Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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