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$350+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Riyadh (RUH)

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CHI — RUH
Jan 5 — Jan 121
Sun 1/5
Sun 1/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Riyadh (RUH). 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 December 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$892
(KLM)

One-way from

$350
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,459
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Riyadh that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 31, 2024.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/105:20 pmORD - RUH
2 stops20h 30mKLM
Sun 2/1612:05 amRUH - ORD
3 stops25h 08mKLM
Deal found 12/31$892
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 1/278:30 pmORD - RUH
1 stop19h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 2/56:45 amRUH - ORD
1 stop36h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/31$894
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/281:10 pmORD - RUH
1 stop17h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 4/1710:05 amRUH - ORD
1 stop30h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/29$900
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/283:15 pmORD - RUH
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/28:20 pmRUH - ORD
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$973
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/129:50 amORD - RUH
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/2512:00 pmRUH - ORD
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$977
This ubfly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 ubfly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/26:50 pmORD - RUH
1 stop15h 30mRoyal Jordanian
Thu 2/64:30 amRUH - ORD
1 stop19h 45mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 12/31$981
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/114:25 pmORD - RUH
1 stop21h 35mAir France
Mon 1/202:05 amRUH - ORD
1 stop22h 00mAir France
Deal found 12/31$995
This Flysmarter 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/133:55 pmORD - RUH
1 stop19h 00mLufthansa
Thu 2/204:30 pmRUH - ORD
2 stops29h 41mLufthansa
Deal found 12/29$1,017
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 1/159:55 pmORD - RUH
1 stop17h 05mLOT
Tue 1/211:45 amRUH - ORD
1 stop27h 15mLOT
Deal found 12/31$1,021
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/112:03 pmORD - RUH
2 stops23h 22mITA Airways
Thu 1/232:55 amRUH - ORD
2 stops27h 33mITA Airways
Deal found 12/31$1,117

Find flights from Chicago to Riyadh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Riyadh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 31, 2024.

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ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

5:20 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 1/24

12:15 am-5:29 pm

3 stops26h 14m

$893

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/28

1:10 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 4/17

10:05 am-8:55 am

1 stop30h 50m

$900

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/28

8:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop19h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/16

1:25 am-5:55 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$921

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

4:08 pm-2:25 am

2 stops25h 17m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 2/17

4:30 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops29h 41m

$973

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

9:50 am-2:10 am

3 stops31h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 1/25

12:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$977

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

10:05 am-1:20 am

2 stops30h 15m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 2/7

2:55 am-9:24 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$989

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

3:55 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 2/20

4:30 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops29h 41m

$1,017

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

8:30 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops40h 15m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 2/20

7:45 am-6:35 pm

2 stops43h 50m

$1,303

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

10:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/12

2:00 am-9:55 am

2 stops39h 55m

$1,534

ChicagoRiyadh

ORD - RUH

ORDRUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/26

1:20 pm-8:55 am

3 stops34h 35m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 4/9

3:25 am-8:05 am

2 stops36h 40m

$1,961

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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 Riyadh in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Riyadh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Riyadh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Riyadh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Riyadh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Riyadh 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 Riyadh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Riyadh from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Riyadh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Riyadh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Riyadh (average of $957). Flying from Chicago to Riyadh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,355). 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 RUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Riyadh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 31, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Riyadh in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Riyadh. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Riyadh by month

Plan your trip to Riyadh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riyadh ranges from 0.0 - 1.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Riyadh when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Riyadh by month

Plan your trip to Riyadh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riyadh, 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 96.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riyadh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riyadh. 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 Riyadh. Reviews last updated December 31, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines from Chicago to Riyadh to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,112 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,493 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,208 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Riyadh. 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 Riyadh from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Riyadh from Chicago, you will be flying to King Khaled Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is located 18.7 mi from the center of Riyadh. There are 0 flights from Chicago to King Khaled Intl per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Riyadh is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $892 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at $894 and $900 round-trip. Users have found that KLM is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $449 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Royal Jordanian and IndiGo, with prices starting from $461 and $637, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Riyadh (average of $957). Flying from Chicago to Riyadh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,355). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Riyadh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Riyadh. 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 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$711Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$743Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$765Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$806Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$862Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Royal JordanianCheapest$923Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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