Question 1

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

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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 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 2

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

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Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik (average of $328). Flying from Chicago to Reykjavik in June is currently the most expensive (average of $653). 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.

Question 3

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Reykjavik flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 4

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Reykjavik

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The most flights from CHI to REK are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Reykjavik ranges from 1.6 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Reykjavik when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Reykjavik, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 51.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Question 7

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Reykjavik?

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No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik consider choosing Icelandair (80%), Air Canada (56%) or Austrian Airlines (56%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 8

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Reykjavik?

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When booking a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik, you may want to consider flying on Air Canada, Icelandair or United Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

Question 9

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Reykjavik?

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Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 14% on the overall cost on flights from Chicago to Reykjavik.

Question 10

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

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When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 26 days in advance, which can save you up to 40% on flights from Chicago to Reykjavik compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 26 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $654. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $928.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik?

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Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Reykjavik. Flights to Reykjavik from Chicago in April are about $667 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $512.

Question 12

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to REK?

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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 in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight in the morning.

Question 13

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

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

Question 14

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik?

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

Question 15

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

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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.

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	April
Average price	$717
Good round-trip deal	$553 or less
Good one-way deal	$257 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Icelandair	Cheapest$508	Average$654	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Air Canada	Cheapest$532	Average$569	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%
United Airlines	Cheapest$612	Average$709	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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