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

Helsinki (HEL) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Riga Intl?

Scandinavian Airlines and airBaltic are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Riga Intl

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

Warsaw (WAW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 04m.

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

Flights via Copenhagen (CPH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $674.

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

Flights connecting via Helsinki (HEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 19m.

What airlines fly to Riga?

Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines and LOT are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Riga from Chicago according to our data. Finnair is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Riga. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Riga on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Riga Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Riga Intl Airport 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 Riga Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $541 to $681. The lowest price recently found on this route was $429.

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10:10 am - 10:25 pmORD-RIX

28h 15m2 stops

7:10 am - 4:45 pmRIX-ORD

17h 35m2 stops

$429Scandinavian Airlines

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Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 4

7:30 am - 10:45 amORD-RIX

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7:10 am - 4:45 pmRIX-ORD

17h 35m2 stops

$451Scandinavian Airlines

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7:00 am - 10:45 amORD-RIX

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7:10 am - 4:45 pmRIX-ORD

17h 35m1 stop

$467Scandinavian Airlines

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5:10 pm - 4:45 pmORD-RIX

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9:25 am - 11:37 pmRIX-ORD

22h 12m2 stops

$501British Airways

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5:10 pm - 4:45 pmORD-RIX

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$510British Airways

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9:55 pm - 5:55 pmORD-RIX

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1:50 pm - 8:00 pmRIX-ORD

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$526LOT

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9:55 pm - 1:30 amORD-RIX

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14h 10m1 stop

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5:40 pm - 5:30 pmORD-RIX

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10:05 pm - 4:15 pmRIX-ORD

25h 10m2 stops

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7:35 am - 4:15 pmRIX-MDW

16h 40m2 stops

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7:35 am - 4:14 pmRIX-MDW

16h 39m2 stops

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Finnair flights from Chicago to Riga

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Finnair

Sep 22

ORD8:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m

2 stops

RIX9:35 pmRiga Intl

Oct 14

RIX10:05 pmRiga Intl

26h 55m

2 stops

ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Finnair

Sep 17

ORD8:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 50m

2 stops

RIX9:30 pmRiga Intl

Sep 22

RIX10:00 pmRiga Intl

24h 50m

2 stops

ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$687

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Finnair

Oct 24

ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 50m

2 stops

RIX5:30 pmRiga Intl

Oct 26

RIX10:05 pmRiga Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$704

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Scandinavian Airlines

Feb 24

ORD10:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 15m

2 stops

RIX10:25 pmRiga Intl

Mar 4

RIX7:10 amRiga Intl

17h 35m

2 stops

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$429

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Scandinavian Airlines

Feb 25

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 15m

2 stops

RIX10:45 amRiga Intl

Mar 5

RIX7:10 amRiga Intl

17h 35m

2 stops

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$451

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Nov 11

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 45m

2 stops

RIX10:45 amRiga Intl

Nov 20

RIX7:10 amRiga Intl

17h 35m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$467

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ORD - RIX

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Tue 2/24

10:10 am-10:25 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Riga Intl

Wed 3/4

7:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$429

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ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

7:30 am-10:45 am

2 stops19h 15m

Riga Intl

Thu 3/5

7:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$451

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-10:45 am

2 stops19h 45m

Riga Intl

Thu 11/20

7:10 am-4:45 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$467

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

5:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Riga Intl

Wed 11/19

9:25 am-11:37 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$501

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

5:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Riga Intl

Tue 11/18

5:40 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$510

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Riga Intl

Wed 11/19

1:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$526

ChicagoRiga

ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

9:55 pm-1:30 am

1 stop19h 35m

Riga Intl

Sat 11/15

1:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$535

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ORD - RIX

ORDRIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/24

5:40 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops15h 50m

Riga Intl

Sun 10/26

10:05 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$704

ChicagoRiga

MDW - RIX

MDWRIX

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/29

6:23 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops15h 52m

Riga Intl

Wed 11/5

7:35 am-4:15 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$755

ChicagoRiga

MDW - RIX

MDWRIX

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/30

6:23 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops15h 52m

Riga Intl

Thu 11/6

7:35 am-4:14 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$845

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

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Riga is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $733. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $1,003. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Riga.

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

Flying to Riga from Chicago at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $644 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Riga is in the evening when prices are around $864.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Riga?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Riga from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Riga for around $781 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Riga from Chicago for as low as $655 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Riga flight.

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How far is Chicago to Riga Intl by plane?
Riga Intl is 4546.6 mi away from Chicago. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 00m.
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Prices for flights from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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As of September 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Riga Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Riga Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Riga Intl Airport 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 Riga Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Riga?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to Riga is Finnair (43% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Scandinavian Airlines (35%), LOT (12%), and KLM (10%).

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Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $481	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,486 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $544	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,114 reviews	Search LOT flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $591	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,324 reviews	Search Finnair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $606	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,363 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $656	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $681	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,386 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $704	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,407 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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

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

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

Flying to Riga from Chicago at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $644 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Riga is in the evening when prices are around $864.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Riga?

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Riga flights?

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Riga flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Riga Intl?

Scandinavian Airlines and airBaltic are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Riga Intl

What airlines fly to Riga?

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

Helsinki (HEL) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Copenhagen (CPH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $674.

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

Flights connecting via Helsinki (HEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 19m.

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

Warsaw (WAW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 04m.

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