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Cheapest round-trip
$471
Typical prices: $681-$1,136
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 4/7Fri 4/13
ORD - RIX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$342
Typical prices: $514-$693
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/8
ORD - RIX • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Riga. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 36% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $716 (round-trip)
Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL)
Shortest trip • 12h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Riga (ORD-RIX)

 

Cheap flights from Chicago to Riga with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 13
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7:15 pm - 1:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
22h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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11:15 am - 4:10 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$471Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 13
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7:10 pm - 3:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
12h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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4:00 pm - 4:45 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$474Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Feb 27
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7:10 pm - 3:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
12h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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6:30 am - 4:45 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$580Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:30 pm - 1:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
34h 35m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Stockholm Arlanda Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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7:30 am - 5:20 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 50m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$663Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 13
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6:00 pm - 9:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
19h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Helsinki-Vantaa
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10:30 am - 7:55 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 25m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dallas/Fort Worth
$672Finnair
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:30 pm - 4:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
14h 00m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Stockholm Arlanda
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7:30 am - 5:20 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 50m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$673Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 14
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12:00 pm - 9:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
25h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Helsinki-Vantaa
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2:00 pm - 1:20 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 20m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Barcelona-El Prat
$693Finnair
Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Mar 31
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1:01 pm - 5:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
20h 39m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Helsinki-Vantaa
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10:30 am - 10:31 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 01m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa New York John F Kennedy Intl
$718American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 6
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9:50 pm - 5:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
12h 05m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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1:45 pm - 7:55 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$1,085LOT
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Jan 6
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9:50 pm - 5:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RIX Riga Intl
12h 05m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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1:45 pm - 7:55 pmRIX  Riga Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$1,214LOT

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga typically range from $681 to $1,136. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $471, on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga at $549 round-trip.
•June ($1,210) and July ($1,101) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 120% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$342
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga

When to book flights from Chicago to Riga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Riga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga takes 00m, covering 4,546 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga range from $681 to $1,136, with an average of $856 over the past 12 months. Anything below $681 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the $856 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $471 to $4,625. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $424, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Riga Intl Airport (RIX)?

    Riga Intl Airport (RIX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • CarWiz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Riga Intl (RIX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga most commonly connect through:

    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $750 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,018, a difference of $268.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga?

    Flying via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 28m, compared with 13h 04m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) and 13h 11m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Riga?

    Riga is 8 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $750, about $268 less than Thursday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riga trip for February. Fares historically average $549 round-trip in that month - typically $661 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Riga Intl Airport.

    • Hampton by Hilton Riga Airport
    • Sky High Hotel
    • Airport Hotel Mara

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