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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Riyadh (ORD-RUH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Riyadh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Riyadh

Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
Royal Jordanian Logo
8:10 pm - 9:55 amORD-RUH
29h 45m1 stop
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6:10 am - 3:40 pmRUH-ORD
17h 30m1 stop
$571Royal Jordanian
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
Royal Jordanian Logo
7:50 pm - 3:35 amORD-RUH
23h 45m1 stop
Royal Jordanian Logo
6:30 am - 3:05 pmRUH-ORD
17h 35m1 stop
$572Royal Jordanian
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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4
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2:10 pm - 3:05 amORD-RUH
28h 55m1 stop
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4:25 am - 7:55 amRUH-ORD
36h 30m1 stop
$831Etihad Airways
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Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 13
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1:55 pm - 3:15 pmORD-RUH
17h 20m1 stop
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4:45 pm - 8:45 amRUH-ORD
24h 00m1 stop
$841Etihad Airways
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Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 30
KLM Logo
5:15 pm - 10:50 pmORD-RUH
21h 35m2 stops
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11:20 pm - 2:40 pmRUH-ORD
23h 20m2 stops
$848KLM
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 10
Air France Logo
6:20 pm - 7:35 pmORD-RUH
17h 15m1 stop
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2:05 am - 6:13 pmRUH-ORD
25h 08m2 stops
$851Air France
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 10
Air France Logo
5:25 pm - 10:50 pmORD-RUH
21h 25m1 stop
Air France Logo
2:05 am - 6:13 pmRUH-ORD
25h 08m2 stops
$852Air France
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Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 30
KLM Logo
4:15 pm - 10:50 pmORD-RUH
22h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
8:40 am - 3:00 pmRUH-ORD
38h 20m1 stop
$861KLM
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 12:45 amORD-RUH
19h 25m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 10:05 amRUH-ORD
36h 15m1 stop
$901Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 12:25 pmORD-RUH
15h 35m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:15 am - 6:25 pmRUH-ORD
25h 10m1 stop
$924Turkish Airlines
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Royal Jordanian
Cheapest • from $571 (round-trip)
KLM
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest round-trip
$571
Overall average: $980
Royal Jordanian
Wed 10/15Wed 10/22
ORD - RUH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$406
Typical prices: $399-524
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Thu 10/2
ORD - RUH • 3 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Riyadh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Riyadh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Riyadh?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riyadh clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Riyadh, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Riyadh, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riyadh?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riyadh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riyadh is April, where tickets cost $757 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,416 and $1,180 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$406
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking Chicago to Riyadh flights

  • Do I need a visa to fly from Chicago to Riyadh?

    Yes, US citizens need a visa to fly to Riyadh. The visa requirement is applicable to both tourists and business travelers. US citizens can apply for a Saudi Arabian visa online through the Enjazit website. You will need to fill out an application form, provide a passport-size photograph, and pay the visa fee. The visa may take several days to several weeks to be approved.

  • What are the common layovers for flights from Chicago to Riyadh?

    Flights from Chicago to Riyadh usually involve layovers in different cities depending on the airline you choose. Some common layovers for this route include Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC), Doha (DOH), Muscat (MCT), London (LHR), Istanbul (IST), Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi (AUH), Dammam (DMM), and Amsterdam (AMS).

  • What services does British Airways offer for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Chicago to Riyadh?

    British Airways offers assistance with mobility on flights from Chicago to Riyadh. This includes help with boarding, moving around the airport, and special seating arrangements on the flight. It is recommended that passengers request assistance at least 48 hours before the flight's departure to ensure that there is sufficient time to arrange the required accommodations.

  • Can I bring my pet on Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Riyadh?

    Turkish Airlines allows pets to fly either in-cabin or cargo in compliance with its pet policy. For example, cats, dogs, and two species of birds are allowed inside the cabin and the cargo hold for a fee while service dogs are allowed in the cabin free of charge. The weight restriction for pets on Turkish Airlines is 17 lbs for pets traveling in the cabin. In general, pets that exceed the weight limits for cabin travel may qualify for travel as checked baggage instead, with fees charged based on the total weight of the pet and its carrier.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riyadh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riyadh was $406 for a one-way ticket and $571 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Riyadh?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Chicago and on arrival in Riyadh.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Riyadh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Riyadh?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Riyadh, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Riyadh, KLM or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Riyadh are KLM and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $884 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,094 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Riyadh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Riyadh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Riyadh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Riyadh from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Riyadh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Riyadh with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and RUH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Riyadh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Riyadh from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Riyadh

  • Etihad Airways has implemented a number of sustainability initiatives, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 56% and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. They are working to develop greener aviation technologies and implement sustainable fuel policies, including for flights from Chicago (ORD) to Riyadh (RUH).
  • Passengers on Oman Air flights from Chicago (ORD) to Riyadh (RUH) are allowed two checked bags, with each weighing no more than 66 lbs. One carry-on bag is allowed with a maximum weight of 15 lbs. If you exceed the baggage allowance, you may be subject to excess baggage charges based on weight and size.
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a major hub for United Airlines and American Airlines, which both offer flights from Chicago to Riyadh. United Airlines operates flights to Riyadh from Terminal 5 while American Airlines operates flights from Terminal 3 at ORD.
  • Business Class passengers on flights from Chicago to Riyadh have access to Emirates' lounges at both O'Hare Airport (ORD) and King Khaled Airport (RUH). These lounges feature complimentary food and drinks, shower facilities, and business services.
  • Air Canada offers early boarding for families with children under age 6, allowing them to board early and settle in before general boarding. The airline provides infant and children's meals on flights from Chicago (ORD) to Riyadh (RUH), which must be ordered at least 18 hours before departure.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Riyadh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Riyadh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1385 reviews
7.7Comfort
7.2Entertainment
8.4Crew
7.8Boarding
7.3Food
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Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

2.0 MediocrePeter, Aug 2025SAN - AMS
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Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

Our first flight was delayed so we missed our connecting flight. However it was easy to book a later flight on their app.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

Klm start boarding while somw air issue in the plan

The service was great. However the lounge only gets passing grade

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

This portion of the flight was through Indigo. A local carrier. So all economy seating. No real service some refreshments for purchase standard economy stuff.

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

It was worst flight ever of 26h. Poor service and seating. Flight from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad service and seating was worst ever. No tv extra.

It was OK as the seat which we paid for doesn’t have any window. We paid $120 for 3 seats but it’s for nothing. Crew could not help. None of the ports worked so all our phones went dry

I had a terrible experience checking in at the airport for my flight. I booked my ticket initially through Kayak while it was promoted as a ticket that offers a carry on and 2 suit cases. (I have a screen shot as a proof of it) I selected it to buy three tickets and paid online. Couple of minutes later airfare assist which is the OTA offering the ticket called me saying My card declined. So I used a different card that went through. I was surprised that they increased the price ticket by a $167. They said the ticket no longer exists and because my card declined I had to buy a new one. So I did. The day my family and I were traveling I could not check in and when I went to the airport I was shocked to be told my ticket had no bags allowed and must pay $200 per bag for three people 6 bags mean I have to pay $1200. I called the travel agency as I feel I was scammed the confirmation didn’t say anything about the bags and they never told me the new ticket doesn’t not include any bag so they changed it after I selected it on your app without informing me. Very sneaky. The travel agency said they will reimburse me only for one bag person. Which means I still paid $600 I still feel very disappointed to pay such an expense. I have always used Kayak to buy my flight tickets and telling everyone how good your rates and app are however after this I feel I was mislead and paid more for something I should not have to. You allowing such an agency on your platform will surely hurt your reputation and level of integrity. I have all the proofs from the screen shot to the confirmation email from them, the or email offering to reimburse o e bag per person and the $1200 bag fees receipts that I paid on the desk. I must be refund the full amount and I look forward to your response.

The food could be better. Toilets were smelly all along

second leg was more comfortable. Customer service in Abu Dhabi is okay.

Horrible. After paying for my seats, I was cramped, had no overhead bin space, freezing as the flight had no temperature controls, the food was awful and served cold, when asked for snacks was told to wait and then never received any. I booked this flight as a partner through American Airlines but will avoid in the future.

The flight take time was changed 23 times. The system kept sending messages it will be earlier at 4am and eventually the flight was at 9am I didn’t sleep all night because of that

This flight was a dreamliner so I think the space was ok for the legs, but the option for food was again limited and the crew was same.

Bad. Flight was very uncomfortable with narrow and shallow seats, very little food and water. I will not fly etihad again.

Boarding catastrophic let alone have to claimb the plain rather than using jetway. 5.5 hr delay leaving had to do stop in Lgw for a new crew which further compounded the delay. Connecting flight would not wait and had to pend a night in a hotel. Curiously my seat would not go full flat.

I bought business class tickets but the seats are exactly like economy with no comfort seats nor an empty seat next to me provided. Very poor, low quality airline.

The food was great and the service and attitude was amazing!!

It was a great experience. The only thing I would have changed was that the bathrooms were never cleaned and they got very dirty.

Old airplanes small seats expensive tickets, not as expected overall and not comfortable according to the price

It was an OK flight with below mediocre service by their flight attendants

Wasted a lot of time trying to find the CDG lounge - it was not next to the connecting flight gate like the Air France staff said.

My experience was good overall, the quality of the food really decreased! There used to be a choice between meat and fish now it’s between chicken and pasta! In the choices of entertainment meditation has been added which is very good. Soft chair workout to improve blood circulation and avoid phlebitis should be added.

The only reason the overall rating wasn't "excellent" was due to problems in claiming luggage. The bags are delivered to the main area (Cinta 35) for domestic passengers, but to a DIFFERENT ROOM for international arrivees. After waiting 30 minutes, someone (who didn't appear to be from Air France or the airport) told us to go to another area. There we found our bags, which appeared to have been awaiting us for a while. We had to go through a bag check before leaving the airport. If we had been alerted to this possibility, or better yet, been to go directly to Cinta 34, we could have eliminated quite a bit of waiting.

Much better than the major US Carriers especially in Biz Class.

I wish that the meal included a vegetable or even a salad instead of couscous! Why serve chicken with rice AND couscous? Service was good overall though a bit lacking in friendliness. Usually on air france I've been offered a glass of champagne before dinner, wine with dinner, and a digestif after dinner. We were only offered wine this time!

Rude staff. I would avoid using the word racist but definitely partially or discriminatory. My 72 yrs old mother who is also disabled was traveling on this flight. She was the second passenger boarded to the plane. The First elderly couple ahead of my mother were allowed to use the airplane bathroom but my mother was denied entry stating it was for safety reasons. My mother objected the the couple in front of her were allowed but hostess still stated that due to the flight safety reasons she can’t use it. Even my mother explained that he is using blood pressure medication that’s why she have to use the restroom frequently but the crew continued arguing her. At one point the Mae attendent even suggested that if that’s the case my mother can urinate in her seat. The level of disrespect against an elderly lady is beyond my comprehension. This matter will be taken to the social media to shame the employees involved.

my experience was great with Turkish airlines . the problem i encountered was with kayak booking. When I booked . it showed that im allowed a bag . and when I got to the airport, i had to pay $165 for one bag.

Not up to Business Class standards. Two of the three toilets were out of order. The hostesses were aware and didn’t show any responsible act to do something. Food quality was not what we expect from Turkish hospitality. Overall we were not impressed and disappointed.

During mid flight, try to get a flight attendant to help I couldn’t find one Otherwise, everything was perfect

I was not given basinett seat.The connecting flight was missed due to airline fault i was not accomodated for hotel.Drinks were normt served frewuently.Never travelling again on tirkish airlines.I always travel wiyh family by turkish airline but no more.zero stars

The crew were very hospitable and pleasant. The food was pretty good. Unfortunately, there was a flight delay of more than 2 hours. We're not sure why but it appeared to be outside the control of Turkish Airlines.

Bough tickets with luggage, but made me pay at Airport as well

The economy seat was so uncomfortable, had not enough leg room for 13 hours flight, front seat basket was broken and couldn’t hold anything, food quality was horrible( we got food poisoned ) we charged for logged which used to be free. We paid too much for this flight and very disappointed. Turkish air line better to make satisfy and respect people instead of find different way to scam people.

This is really the rating of two flights. JFK to IST then IST to NQZ. New York to Istanbul was good. Good crew and all positives. The flight to Astana was so bad that brought it all down. Crew was nonexistent above the minimum, seats were cramped, and it was hot on the plane. Turkish Airlines seems to be slipping down to US based carriers level.

The 2 agents on the check in counter were super nice , helpful and very polite. Boarding was like a 1 2 3, I would recommend Turkish airlines for your next trip.

I liked Quiet people around me. Crew could have helped people with overhead luggage so they aren't moving other peoples bags around and causing problems for people that had there bags there first

The flight and crew were good. The customer experience on the ground could have been better. We had to reschedule our flight because of a delay on the previous flight. The attendants working the desk in Washington DC were not helpful. They told us to scan a QR code and that would get us rebooked. Why couldn't two people standing at their computers do this? We had to chat with someone to get everything figured out. It was extremely confusing.

The plane was delayed by two hours in Chicago which led to us missing the next flight. Lufthansa rebooked the flight and booked us a hotel for the night in Frankfurt. The level of customer service and getting us taken care of was superb. The flight crew and the service on the ground was superb.

It was a short flight, everything was good with it.

Flight was delayed over one hour and I had to pay to select my seat, even though my booking supposedly had free selection (I paid extra for this at time of booking)

Stop charging for alcohol overseas flights and start taking cash again not everyone wants to pay with card if the person is bigger give him seat on the outside seats not the middle in between the people is common sense and mainly if you fly for Lufthansa provides the sam service and experience...

good entertainment package but rather small seats for business class

The male attendant has zero personality. It seemed like he was over worked or hated his job, not once did he smile or made any contact with the people on the plane. Strictly business and call it a day!

Booked Economy but it translated to economy light for Lufthansa so now we are stuck paying an extra $75 per person both ways for our checked bags. If I had known that, I would have never booked these tickets because it came out to be more than other options. The booking in the kayak side clearly says Economy and has a link to the inormation for Lufthansa which states Economy included a checked bag. Super annoyed about that.

The flight from Dulles to Munich was just okay. The seats were comfortable and extra foot room was noticeable in comfort plus. Disappointed in the booking in so much I requested an aisle seat and then was assigned a middle seat. The food was inedible. Movie choices were moderate. I usually fly Delta, but this WA flight was cheaper. Next time, I'll happily pay the extra to fly Delta.

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