Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Flights connecting via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 15m.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Reykjavik on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago and Reykjavik is 6 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 9:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Reykjavik on average per week?

46 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Reykjavik as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Toronto (YYZ) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 03m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $178.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Reykjavik?

Minneapolis (MSP) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Icelandair, WestJet, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Reykjavik

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik?

There are 2 operators available for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Reykjavik.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Reykjavik?

The required travel and health documents for your Reykjavik trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Reykjavik. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:30 pm - 6:45 am

ORD

KEF

6h 15mnonstop

4:30 pm - 5:20 pm

KEF

ORD

6h 50mnonstop

$395Icelandair

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7

10:25 pm - 9:30 am

ORD

KEF

6h 05mnonstop

4:30 pm - 5:20 pm

KEF

ORD

6h 50mnonstop

$396Icelandair

Sun, Aug 30 - Thu, Dec 10

7:25 pm - 6:40 am

ORD

KEF

6h 15mnonstop

4:25 pm - 6:15 pm

KEF

ORD

6h 50mnonstop

$397Icelandair

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

10:25 pm - 9:30 am

ORD

KEF

6h 05mnonstop

4:25 pm - 6:15 pm

KEF

ORD

6h 50mnonstop

$399Icelandair

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 28

2:00 pm - 7:00 am

MDW

KEF

12h 00m

1 stop

9:30 am - 6:19 pm

KEF

MDW

13h 49m

1 stop

$728Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

2:00 pm - 7:00 am

MDW

KEF

12h 00m

1 stop

9:30 am - 6:33 pm

KEF

MDW

14h 03m

2 stops

$738Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

1:51 pm - 7:00 am

MDW

KEF

12h 09m

1 stop

9:30 am - 6:01 pm

KEF

MDW

13h 31m

1 stop

$746Air France

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 28

1:25 pm - 7:40 am

MDW

KEF

13h 15m

1 stop

11:25 am - 10:36 pm

KEF

MDW

16h 11m

2 stops

$764Virgin Atlantic

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 28

1:51 pm - 7:00 am

MDW

KEF

12h 09m

1 stop

9:30 am - 3:57 pm

KEF

MDW

11h 27m

1 stop

$770KLM

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

1:25 pm - 7:00 am

MDW

KEF

12h 35m

2 stops

11:25 am - 10:36 pm

KEF

MDW

16h 11m

2 stops

$777Air France

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

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Icelandair flights from Chicago to Reykjavik

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Icelandair

Nov 30

ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 15m

KEF6:45 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Dec 7

KEF4:30 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

6h 50m

ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$395

Icelandair

Aug 30

ORD10:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 05m

KEF9:30 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Dec 10

KEF4:30 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

6h 50m

ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$396

Icelandair

Aug 31

ORD7:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 15m

KEF6:40 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sep 8

KEF4:25 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

6h 50m

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$397

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Sep 24

MDW2:00 pmChicago Midway

12h 00m

1 stop

KEF7:00 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Oct 1

KEF9:30 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

14h 03m

2 stops

MDW6:33 pmChicago Midway

$738

Virgin Atlantic

Aug 22

MDW1:25 pmChicago Midway

13h 15m

1 stop

KEF7:40 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Aug 28

KEF11:25 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

16h 11m

2 stops

MDW10:36 pmChicago Midway

$764

Virgin Atlantic

Aug 22

MDW1:25 pmChicago Midway

13h 15m

1 stop

KEF7:40 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Aug 28

KEF11:25 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

16h 11m

2 stops

MDW10:36 pmChicago Midway

$767

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Mon 11/30

6:30 pm-6:45 am

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Mon 12/7

4:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop6h 50m

$395

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Sun 8/30

10:25 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop6h 05m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 12/10

4:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop6h 50m

$396

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ORD - KEF

ORDKEF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

7:25 pm-6:40 am

Nonstop6h 15m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 9/8

4:25 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop6h 50m

$397

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ORD - KEF

ORDKEF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

10:25 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop6h 05m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 9/28

4:25 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop6h 50m

$399

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MDW - KEF

MDWKEF

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/24

2:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop12h 00m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 10/1

9:30 am-6:19 pm

1 stop13h 49m

$728

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MDW - KEF

MDWKEF

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/24

2:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop12h 00m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 10/1

9:30 am-6:33 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$738

ChicagoReykjavik

MDW - KEF

MDWKEF

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/22

1:51 pm-7:00 am

1 stop12h 09m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 8/28

9:30 am-6:01 pm

1 stop13h 31m

$746

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MDW - KEF

MDWKEF

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/22

1:25 pm-7:40 am

1 stop13h 15m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 8/28

11:25 am-10:36 pm

2 stops16h 11m

$764

ChicagoReykjavik

MDW - KEF

MDWKEF

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/29

1:51 pm-7:00 am

1 stop12h 09m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sat 9/5

9:30 am-3:57 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$770

ChicagoReykjavik

MDW - KEF

MDWKEF

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/29

1:25 pm-7:00 am

2 stops12h 35m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sat 9/5

11:25 am-10:36 pm

2 stops16h 11m

$777

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Reykjavik?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Reykjavik?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Reykjavik from Chicago, with most prices found around $476. The month of April is another great option to travel to Reykjavik, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $505.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Reykjavik?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Reykjavik. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $622. Flights from Chicago to Reykjavik on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $650. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Reykjavik?

Flying to Reykjavik from Chicago in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $507 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Reykjavik are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $678. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Reykjavik flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Reykjavik from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Reykjavik for around $622 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Reykjavik from Chicago for as low as $499 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$293
Fastest flight time	6h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Reykjavik	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Reykjavik from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $293. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Reykjavik found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $597.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Reykjavik takes 6h 05m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Reykjavik every day.

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik. From Chicago there are direct flights to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF).

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How far is Chicago to Reykjavik by plane?
Chicago and Reykjavik are 2951.3 mi apart from one another. 6h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Reykjavik.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Reykjavik?
The required travel and health documents for your Reykjavik trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Reykjavik. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Reykjavik?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to Reykjavik is Boeing 757-200, representing 20.90% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner at 17.69%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.83%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 8.89%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Reykjavik?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Reykjavik, the leading airline is Icelandair, making up 92% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 8%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Icelandair	PriceFrom $361	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 710 reviews		Search Icelandair flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $528	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,006 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Reykjavik
Across 7 United Airlines flights from Chicago to Reykjavik this week, the average price was $747, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $528 round-trip. 10,006 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.
Icelandair Flights From Chicago to Reykjavik
Another popular option for Chicago to Reykjavik flights is Icelandair (7.0/10, 710 ratings). Icelandair flies from Chicago to Reykjavik around 9 times per week, with deals starting from $361 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $640.

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