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$297+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Riga (RIX)

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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — RIX
Jan 31 — Feb 71
Sat 1/31
Sat 2/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Riga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Riga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 1, 2026.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:30 pmORD - RIX
2 stops19h 10mFinnair
Tue 1/66:10 pmRIX - ORD
2 stops29h 15mFinnair
Deal found 12/29$1,163
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:40 pmORD - RIX
2 stops32h 40mFinnair
Mon 1/56:10 pmRIX - ORD
2 stops29h 15mFinnair
Deal found 12/29$1,291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:30 pmORD - RIX
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/610:05 pmRIX - ORD
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,321
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:55 pmORD - RIX
1 stop31h 10mLOT
Tue 1/66:35 pmRIX - ORD
1 stop33h 25mLOT
Deal found 12/29$1,388
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:20 pmORD - RIX
1 stop23h 35mLufthansa
Tue 1/62:40 pmRIX - ORD
1 stop30h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 12/29$1,417
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:40 pmORD - RIX
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/510:05 pmRIX - ORD
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,636
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:08 pmORD - RIX
3 stops66h 37mSWISS
Mon 1/57:00 amRIX - ORD
2 stops39h 10mSWISS
Deal found 12/29$1,734
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:55 pmORD - RIX
1 stop31h 10mLOT
Mon 1/56:35 pmRIX - ORD
1 stop33h 25mLOT
Deal found 12/29$1,984
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:48 amMDW - RIX
2 stops17h 27mDelta
Tue 1/67:00 amRIX - MDW
2 stops19h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/29$5,640

Find flight deals from Chicago to Riga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Riga (RIX). 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 January 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$436
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$297
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$579
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($161 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Riga that are best for you.

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ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

7:15 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Riga Intl

Sat 4/25

11:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$436

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

8:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Riga Intl

Sat 2/7

12:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$477

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

7:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Riga Intl

Sun 3/15

3:45 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$514

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

7:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Riga Intl

Mon 2/16

7:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

$517

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

1:37 pm-10:45 am

2 stops14h 08m

Riga Intl

Tue 3/17

3:45 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$522

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

10:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop31h 10m

Riga Intl

Tue 3/17

6:05 am-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$550

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Riga Intl

Sun 1/25

6:40 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$550

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

7:20 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Riga Intl

Tue 2/24

7:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$550

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/13

2:57 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops18h 18m

Riga Intl

Wed 5/20

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$555

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

9:50 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Riga Intl

Tue 4/21

5:50 am-7:50 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$555

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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 Riga in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Chicago-Riga flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Riga flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Riga flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Riga 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-Riga 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 Riga

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Riga from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Riga (average of $509). Flying from Chicago to Riga in June is currently the most expensive (average of $709). 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 Chicago to Riga?

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

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Riga on Cheapflights.

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

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

Helsinki (HEL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $695.

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

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

Flights via Helsinki (HEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 00m.

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

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

Flights via Helsinki (HEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 35m.

How often are flights from Chicago to Riga delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Chicago and Riga have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Riga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riga. 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 Riga. Reviews last updated January 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Finnair, and Scandinavian Airlines from Chicago to Riga have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,343 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,627 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Riga. 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 into for flights to Riga from Chicago?

    Riga Intl (RIX), located 5.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Riga. 8 airlines have flights to Riga Intl from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Riga Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Riga?

    Departing from Chicago to Riga will take you 12h. There are 4546 mi between Chicago and Riga. 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 Chicago to Riga round-trip?

    Flying on LOT is currently your cheapest option to Riga, with prices starting at $509. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Finnair, with the lowest prices starting at $511 and $562, respectively. Users have found that LOT is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Riga (average of $509). Flying from Chicago to Riga in June is currently the most expensive (average of $709). 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 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Riga

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Riga. 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 January 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$509Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$511Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$562Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$606Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$656Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$697Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$715Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$733Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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