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Flight deals from Riyadh to Chicago

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,324. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.R 7,226 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,226, select.
Chicago.R 7,226 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,226, select.
Chicago.R 7,252 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,252, select.
Chicago.R 7,607 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,607, select.
Chicago.R 7,631 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,631, select.
Chicago.R 10,502 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,502, select.
Chicago.R 10,909 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,909, select.
Chicago.R 11,276 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,276, select.
Chicago.R 11,311 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,311, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 10,502
May
from R 7,226
Jun
from R 7,226
Jul
from R 7,252
Aug
from R 7,607
Sep
from R 7,631
Oct
from R 11,276
Nov
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Dec
from R 11,311
Jan
from R 10,909
Feb
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Mar
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Alternative Riyadh to Chicago routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Riyadh to Chicago? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chicago Midway

14km from central Chicago
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from R 12,208
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Chicago O'Hare International

25km from central Chicago
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from R 7,226
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Chicago Dupage County

51km from central Chicago
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Chicago Rockford

126km from central Chicago
from R 12,548
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Riyadh to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,226
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Chicago is R 12,286. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to Chicago. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,286.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Chicago is usually November.
If you're flying from Riyadh Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from R 12,286.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Chicago on Monday, 2 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and Chicago. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Chicago is nine hours behind Riyadh.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your RUH to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from RUH to Chicago, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • RUH is about 27 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago? Stay at a hotel near RUH, such as Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Makarem Riyadh Hotel will also have you moments from check-in.

  • Riyadh King Khalid International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Chicago

  • R 7,226 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 12,286. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RUH to Chicago if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from RUH to Chicago is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a new discount appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from RUH to Chicago can help you lock in the best possible rate.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • After your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 30 minutes.

  • After stepping off your RUH to Chicago flight, rest your head at a hotel near MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Get the lowest price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

  • You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago.

  • Public transport can take you there in about 2 hours.

  • Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by choosing a hotel near RFD after your RUH to Chicago flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:

  • Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.

  • The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chicago in January.

  • The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from RUH to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Chicago

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 451 kilometres southeast to Columbus to tick off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. No trip is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

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