$426 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Reykjavik (KEF)

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Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)

Today's featured flight deals from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)

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Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Reykjavik (ORD-KEF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $426 for one-way flights and $379 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Icelandair
Fri, Apr 3 - Fri, Apr 10
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$379 Roundtrip, just found
$379
Roundtrip
just found
Select Icelandair flight, departing Fri, Apr 3 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Fri, Apr 10, priced at $379 just found
Icelandair
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$417 Roundtrip, just found
$417
Roundtrip
just found
Select Icelandair flight, departing Fri, Apr 10 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $417 just found
Icelandair
Sun, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 21
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$444 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$444
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Fri, Nov 21, priced at $444 found 4 hours ago
Air Canada
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 8
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$540 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$540
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Tue, Sep 8, priced at $540 found 5 days ago
United
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$547 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$547
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 31 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Mon, Sep 7, priced at $547 found 2 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 8
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$562 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$562
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Wed, Aug 26 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Tue, Sep 8, priced at $562 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 17
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$562 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$562
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, May 11 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Sun, May 17, priced at $562 found 1 hour ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sun, May 17 - Tue, May 26
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$566 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$566
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sun, May 17 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Tue, May 26, priced at $566 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 25
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$574 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$574
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, May 15 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Mon, May 25, priced at $574 found 2 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
ORD
Chicago
KEF
Reykjavik
$586 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$586
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Chicago to Reykjavik, returning Wed, Feb 4, priced at $586 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Reykjavik (KEF)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $348 - $797 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Reykjavik

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Keflavik Intl. KEF. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 45 minutes. Flights from $379
KEF
Keflavik Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center45 min
Flights from $379
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Reykjavik (KEF)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Keflavik Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$378
Distance
2935 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 15 mins

Chicago to Reykjavik Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Reykjavik with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Reykjavik: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Reykjavik

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Reykjavik in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $426 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Reykjavik flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Reykjavik airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $426 or cheap return flight from $379 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
April is the most affordable month to fly from ORD to KEF. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
Take a direct flight with Icelandair and travel straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from ORD to KEF, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel style, such as preferred carriers and seat class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
On average, O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) only has 1 direct flight to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) daily. For more choices, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Simply enter your details, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
More people fly between ORD and KEF at 6 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to KEF?
Jet off on a Friday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
The earliest flight departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is at around 6:30PM UTC-6. Board this flight and you'll land at Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) at approximately 6:40AM UTC+0. The total travel time is 6h 10m.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
The average flight duration from ORD to KEF is 6 hours and 10 minutes, covering a total distance of 2,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to KEF?
Icelandair has the best track record for on-time direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF), with an on-time rating of 81%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight status before you go and get notified of any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
To reach Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) without delays, book a flight that leaves O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Reykjavik from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you've booked a direct flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Reykjavik, Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from ORD to KEF are usually more expensive. To lock in the best prices, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may score a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to KEF flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking an ORD to KEF flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras like car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your ORD to KEF flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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