--- title: "Chicago to Riyadh cheap flights from $357 (ORD to RUH) - Expedia" description: "Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Riyadh (RUH) start at $357 for one-way and $833 for round trip. Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards!" canonical: "https://www.expedia.com/lp/flights/ord/ruh/chicago-to-riyadh" language: en-US market: US currency: USD prices_as_of: 2026-11-12T19:39:34Z --- # $395 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Riyadh (RUH) ![Ancient mud-brick ruins with a prominent tower and a dome structure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4740434/ded7b9c4-8d7f-49ca-aeab-e8b8feda96e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) [View $395 flight on Wed, Jun 23, 2027](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:6/23/2027TANYT&trip=oneway&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:394.53&airProductToken=AQqsAQo0CMGGARIEODQ4MBiuHCCYXSiSybADMJzKsAM4S0AAWAFqCFNUQU5EQVJEcghLSEQwMERORgozCMGGARIDODQ2GJhdIKUEKLPNsAMw3NCwAzhLQAFYAWoIU1RBTkRBUkRyCEtIRDAwRE5GCj8IwYYBEgQ5MjA3GKUEIJE9KN7RsAMwt9SwAzhLQAFYAWoIU1RBTkRBUkRyCEtIRDAwRE5GegkIzJABEgM2MjISDAgBEAEYASoCQUMyABgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMA0) ## Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) [Royal Jordanian](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"RJ"}}]) [Turkish Airlines](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"TK"}}]) [Qatar Airways](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"QR"}}]) [Emirates](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"EK"}}]) [British Airways](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"BA"}}]) [Lufthansa](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LH"}}]) [American Airlines](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) ## Cheap Flights from Chicago to Riyadh (ORD-RUH) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $395 for one-way flights and $833 for roundtrip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. All deals One way Roundtrip [Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Mon, Feb 1 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Sun, Feb 28, priced at $833 Found 17 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:2/1/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:2/28/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:832.85&airProductToken=AQpmCjEI0pQBEgMyNjQYrhwggGMoso-kAzDulKQDOFBAAFgBagdFQ1NBVkVScgdQUkpTUFVTCjEI0pQBEgM3MzAYgGMgkT0ozZWkAzDUlqQDOFBAAVgBagdFQ1NBVkVScgdQUkpTUFVTCmYKMQjSlAESAzczNRiRPSCAYyiStaYDMK22pgM4UEAAWAFqB0VDU0FWRVJyB1BSSlNQVVMKMQjSlAESAzI2MxiAYyCuHCiqt6YDMLG9pgM4UEABWAFqB0VDU0FWRVJyB1BSSlNQVVMSCggBEAEYASoCUkoYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Mon, May 10 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Thu, May 13, priced at $858 Found 3 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:5/10/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:5/13/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:857.05&airProductToken=AQp9Cj0I1qYBEgQ0NTYxGK4cIOBcKP%5FcrAMw-92sAzhUQABYAWoFTElHSFRyCE9MTDAwSExBegoIxJgBEgQyNzM4CjwI1qYBEgQzOTk1GOBcIJE9KJzfrAMwreWsAzhUQAFYAWoFTElHSFRyCE9MTDAwSExBegkIxJgBEgMzMTgKfQo8CNamARIEMzk3NRiRPSDgXCjO%5FawDMO2ErQM4VEAAWAFqBUxJR0hUcghPTEwwMEhMQXoJCMSYARIDMzE3Cj0I1qYBEgQ0NTcyGOBcIK4cKLKIrQMwsYmtAzhUQAFYAWoFTElHSFRyCE9MTDAwSExBegoIxJgBEgQyNzM4EgoIARABGAEqAlZTGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) Mon, May 10 - Thu, May 13 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select Delta flight, departing Mon, May 10 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Thu, May 13, priced at $858 Found 3 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:5/10/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:5/13/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:857.05&airProductToken=AQptCjUIxJgBEgQyNzM4GK4cIOBcKP%5FcrAMw-92sAzhFQABYAWoJTUFJTkJBU0lDcghWTE4wME5CRAo0CMSYARIDMzE4GOBcIJE9KJzfrAMwreWsAzhFQAFYAWoJTUFJTkJBU0lDcghWTE4wME5CRAptCjQIxJgBEgMzMTcYkT0g4Fwozv2sAzDthK0DOEVAAFgBaglNQUlOQkFTSUNyCFZMTjAwTkJECjUIxJgBEgQzMTA5GOBcIK4cKKSGrQMwoYetAzhFQAFYAWoJTUFJTkJBU0lDcghWTE4wME5CRBIKCAEQARgBKgJETBgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) Mon, May 10 - Thu, May 13 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Apr 1 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Thu, Apr 22, priced at $899 Found 23 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:4/1/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:4/22/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:898.15&airProductToken=AQq7AQo9CMyQARIENjk0NBiuHCCDaSjGpKkDMOSlqQM4S0AAWAFqBUVCUzAwcghLS0EwM0RORnoKCNWCARIEMjI0MAo8CMyQARIENjU1MhiDaSDFcCjCpqkDMMyrqQM4S0AAWAFqBUVCUzAwcghLS0EwM0RORnoJCNWCARIDMTc3CjwIzJABEgQ1NTQ4GMVwIJE9KPGsqQMwrK-pAzhLQABYAWoFRUJTMDByCEtLQTAzRE5GegkIwbQBEgM4MzgKfAo8CMyQARIENTU0ORiRPSDFcCiVh6sDMN-JqwM4S0AAWAFqBUVCUzAwcghLS0EwM0RORnoJCMG0ARIDODM5CjwIzJABEgQ3NzY2GMVwIK4cKLGLqwMwnZCrAzhLQABYAWoFRUJTMDByCEtLQTAzRE5GegkI1YIBEgM5NzESCggBEAEYASoCTEgYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAL) Thu, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 22 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Sun, Feb 7, priced at $912 Found 1 day ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:1/18/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:2/7/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:911.25&airProductToken=AQquAQo1CMGGARIEODkwNBiuHCCYzgEoiu-iAzDx76IDOEtAAFgBaghTVEFOREFSRHIIS0xBMDNETkYKNAjBhgESAzg0MBiYzgEgpQQoufCiAzCU9KIDOEtAAVgBaghTVEFOREFSRHIIS0xBMDNETkYKPwjBhgESBDkyMDcYpQQgkT0o3vaiAzC3-aIDOEtAAVgBaghTVEFOREFSRHIIS0xBMDNETkZ6CQjMkAESAzYyMgqsAQo%5FCMGGARIEOTIwOBiRPSClBCjkxqQDMPnJpAM4S0AAWAFqCFNUQU5EQVJEcghLTEEwM0RORnoJCMyQARIDNjIzCjMIwYYBEgM4NDUYpQQgmF0orcukAzCcz6QDOEtAAVgBaghTVEFOREFSRHIIS0xBMDNETkYKNAjBhgESBDg0ODEYmF0grhwo4s-kAzCE0aQDOEtAAVgBaghTVEFOREFSRHIIS0xBMDNETkYSCggBEAEYASoCQUMYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAN) Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 7 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 20 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Wed, Jan 27, priced at $942 Found 2 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:1/20/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:1/27/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:941.05&airProductToken=AQpaCioI1JYBEgE2GK4cIMicASiHiaMDMJGOowM4V0AAWAFqAkNMcgZXTFZDTFIKLAjUlgESAzI0NhjInAEgkT0okJCjAzD2kaMDOFdAAVgBagJDTHIGV0xWQ0xSClwKLAjUlgESAzE0NxiRPSDInAEozcqjAzDWzKMDOFdAAFgBagJDTHIGV0xWQ0xSCiwI1JYBEgMxODUYyJwBIK4cKNPNowMwgNOjAzhXQAFYAWoCQ0xyBldMVkNMUhIUCAIQARgCKgJUSzIIQUlSTU9EVEsYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Wed, Jan 20 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Mon, Mar 22, priced at $956 Found 12 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:1/20/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:3/22/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:955.45&airProductToken=AQplCjAIxbIBEgIxMBiuHCCAPSjjhaMDMIOMowM4VkAAWAFqBllCQVNJQ3IIVkxOMUVIMTkKMQjFsgESAzU1NRiAPSCRPSjijKMDMNqNowM4VkABWAFqBllCQVNJQ3IIVkxOMUVIMTkKZAoxCMWyARIDNTU2GJE9IIA9KMOxqAMwsbKoAzhWQABYAWoGWUJBU0lDcghWTE4xRUgxOQovCMWyARIBORiAPSCuHCjLtagDMM-8qAM4VkABWAFqBllCQVNJQ3IIVkxOMUVIMTkSCggBEAEYASoCRVkYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Mar 22 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Jan 20 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Wed, Jan 27, priced at $956 Found 2 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:1/20/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:1/27/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:955.85&airProductToken=AQprCjMI0aQBEgM3MjYYrhwgwzsosoijAzDSjqMDOFRAAFgBaghFQ0xBU1NJQ3IIVExVU1AxUkUKNAjRpAESBDExNjYYwzsgkT0o6ZKjAzDDk6MDOFRAAVgBaghFQ0xBU1NJQ3IIVExVU1AxUkUKawo0CNGkARIEMTE3MxiRPSDDOyig1KMDMPrUowM4VEAAWAFqCEVDTEFTU0lDcghUTFVTUDFSRQozCNGkARIDNzI1GMM7IK4cKJHZowMwruCjAzhUQAFYAWoIRUNMQVNTSUNyCFRMVVNQMVJFEgoIARABGAEqAlFSGAEiBAgBEAEoAigEKAYwAQ) Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Jan 20 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Wed, Jan 27, priced at $956 Found 2 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:1/20/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:1/27/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:955.85&airProductToken=AQptCjQIwmwSBDU1NjIYrhwgwzsosoijAzDSjqMDOE9AAFgBcghPTFVTUDFSRXoJCNGkARIDNzI2CjUIwmwSBDY1ODIYwzsgkT0o1ZKjAzDDk6MDOE9AAVgBcghPTFVTUDFSRXoKCNGkARIEMTE2NgptCjUIwmwSBDU1NjAYkT0gwzsovcyjAzCXzaMDOE9AAFgBcghPTFVTUDFSRXoKCNGkARIEMTE2Nwo0CMJsEgQ1NTYxGMM7IK4cKPHNowMwjtWjAzhPQAFYAXIIT0xVU1AxUkV6CQjRpAESAzcyNRIKCAEQARgBKgJCNhgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip [Select KLM flight, departing Wed, Jul 21 from Chicago to Riyadh, returning Thu, Jul 29, priced at $971 Found 6 days ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:7/21/2027TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:7/29/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:970.62&airProductToken=AQpsCjQIy5gBEgM2MTIYrhwggJMBKJGGswMw4omzAzhWQABYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZMTjAwTkJECjQIy5gBEgM0MjUYgJMBIJE9KPSNswMw5pCzAzhWQAFYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZMTjAwTkJECsUBCj8Iy5gBEgQyMzQ3GJE9IOIwKPnYswMwidyzAzhWQABYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZMTjAwTkJEegkIwYwBEgM2ODUKPwjLmAESBDIxNDIY4jAg47QBKO3cswMw-uCzAzhWQAFYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZMTjAwTkJEeggIwYwBEgI0MApBCMuYARIENTUzMBjjtAEgrhwoyuGzAzCh4rMDOFZAAVgBaghMSUdIVEJBR3IIVkxOMDBOQkR6CgjEmAESBDE2NjUSDAgBEAEYASoCS0wyABgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) Wed, Jul 21 - Thu, Jul 29 · ORD · RUH · Roundtrip ## Alternative airports near Riyadh Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change. [Select flight to King Khaled Intl. RUH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 30 minutes. Flights from $1,198](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:RUH,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:RUH,to:ORD,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) 30 min ## Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Riyadh (RUH) ### September is typically the cheapest month to fly From $779 - $1,132 per traveler. View flights in September Insights are based on prices from searches for economy trips of 10 days or less on our sites in the last 12 months. Insights are informative only and current prices may differ. ## Book with confidence ### Chicago to Riyadh Flights #### The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Riyadh 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 Riyadh are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Riyadh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines. #### The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Riyadh Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Riyadh: 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 Riyadh 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 Riyadh in 2026\. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $395 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 Riyadh 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](https://www.expedia.com/package-deals). Bundling together your Chicago to Riyadh 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. *\*Terms apply.* *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 Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) cost? You can find cheap one-way flights from $395 and cheap return flights $833 Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) with Expedia. One-way flights usually range from $748 to $7756, and return flights typically cost between $1131 and $8108\. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) ticket fares go up or down. *\*Typical price ranges based on flights available on Expedia in the last year. Prices include multi-airline options.* ### What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? The cheapest month to fly from ORD to RUH is February when demand is low. Traveling in off-peak or shoulder months is usually a good way to secure cheap tickets, just remember to avoid flying during holidays if you're able to. Use the calendar view in your search to see which months have low fares on this route. ### Which airlines fly direct from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? Enter ORD to RUH and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights. ### What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? KLM is one of the cheapest airlines offering connecting flights from O'Hare Intl. (ORD) to King Khaled Intl. (RUH), with round-trip tickets starting from around $1,042.24 with a layover in Roissy-Charles de Gaulle (CDG). Use Expedia's search tool to compare the prices and schedules of airlines that fly this route to find the best option for your plans and budget. *\*Prices based on flights available on Expedia in the last year.* ### How do I find cheap flights from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? To find a cheap flight from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up [Price Tracking](https://www.expedia.com/why/price-tracking) and receive alerts when fares go up or down. ### What is the best time to fly from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience. ### What is the earliest flight from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? The earliest flight from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) usually departs at around 5:30 AM, operated by Delta and KLM. This seasonal service is available in December, giving you a head start on your travels to Riyadh. To compare early flights on Expedia, select the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search. ### What are the most popular departure times for flights from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? The most popular departure times for flights from Chicago, IL (ORD) to Riyadh (RUH) are in the afternoon, from 3pm to 6pm. About 42% of passengers prefer this time window. Many major carriers, including Lufthansa, KLM and United Airlines, offer flights during this window. This timing works well because it allows you to maximize your time in Chicago before your flight. ### How long does it take to fly from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? A flight from ORD to RUH with a layover takes around 17 hours 20 minutes, with the route covering approximately 6,980 miles. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic. ### Can you fly business or first class from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? You can fly business class between ORD and RUH. Airlines that offer business class service on this route include: - Lufthansa - British Airways - Swiss International Air Lines - American Airlines - United Airlines - Etihad Airways - Turkish Airlines - Air Canada - Emirates - Cathay Pacific First class cabins are available on: - Emirates - British Airways - Lufthansa - Swiss International Air Lines - United Airlines ### How do I earn miles on a Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) flight with Expedia? It's easy to earn miles on a Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of [One Key™](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key), you can also earn OneKeyCash™\* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia. \*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands. ### What airports do you fly into for Riyadh from O'Hare Intl. (ORD)? If you're planning to travel to Riyadh from O'Hare Intl. (ORD), you can fly into King Khaled Intl. (RUH) Some flights may connect through major hubs like Pearson Intl. (YYZ), John F. Kennedy Intl. (JFK), Heathrow (LHR) before reaching Riyadh. Compare routes and airports on Expedia to find the best flight options for your travel plans. ### Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) at the last minute? Typically, booking a last minute flight from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare. ### Is it cheaper to book a Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) flight and hotel package? Securing a Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) [Riyadh Vacation Packages](https://www.expedia.com/riyadh.d3051.destination-travel-guides) is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars. ### Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)? If you booked your Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in [your itinerary](https://www.expedia.com/trips) or confirmation email. Or, head to our [Customer Service portal](https://www.expedia.com/helpcenter/) if you'd like more information. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport | | ------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Destination airport | King Khaled Intl. 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