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

Warsaw (WAW) was the most common stop: 54% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Helsinki (HEL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 12m.

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

Flights via Helsinki (HEL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $532.

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

Flights connecting via Helsinki (HEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 34m.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

LOT, Finnair and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Riga according to our data. LOT is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of September 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago.

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

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

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $445 to $615. The lowest price recently found on this route was $427.

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1:50 pm - 9:00 pmRIX-ORD

14h 10m1 stop

9:55 pm - 5:55 pmORD-RIX

12h 00m1 stop

$427LOT

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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 14

9:25 am - 9:14 pmRIX-ORD

18h 49m2 stops

4:06 pm - 9:40 pmORD-RIX

21h 34m2 stops

$517Finnair

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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 14

9:25 am - 9:14 pmRIX-ORD

18h 49m2 stops

11:46 am - 1:20 pmORD-RIX

17h 34m2 stops

$541Finnair

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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 14

7:00 pm - 7:25 pmRIX-ORD

31h 25m1 stop

11:50 am - 10:45 amORD-RIX

14h 55m1 stop

$585Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 14

9:25 am - 9:14 pmRIX-ORD

18h 49m2 stops

8:45 pm - 3:40 pmORD-RIX

34h 55m2 stops

$598British Airways

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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 14

7:10 am - 5:45 pmRIX-ORD

17h 35m1 stop

7:20 pm - 10:25 pmORD-RIX

43h 05m2 stops

$617Scandinavian Airlines

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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 14

7:10 am - 5:45 pmRIX-ORD

17h 35m1 stop

7:20 pm - 5:25 pmORD-RIX

38h 05m2 stops

$620Scandinavian Airlines

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7:00 pm - 6:15 pmRIX-ORD

31h 15m2 stops

7:25 pm - 11:45 pmORD-RIX

20h 20m2 stops

$670Multiple Airlines

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6:05 am - 12:55 pmRIX-ORD

14h 50m1 stop

10:30 pm - 11:25 pmORD-RIX

16h 55m1 stop

$690Lufthansa

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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22

6:05 am - 6:30 pmRIX-ORD

20h 25m2 stops

3:05 pm - 1:00 pmORD-RIX

13h 55m1 stop

$700United Airlines

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Lufthansa flights from Riga to Chicago

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Lufthansa

Oct 15

RIX6:05 amRiga Intl

14h 50m

1 stop

ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 22

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m

1 stop

RIX11:25 pmRiga Intl

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Lufthansa

Sep 22

RIX1:55 pmRiga Intl

14h 00m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 1

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m

1 stop

RIX11:25 pmRiga Intl

$789

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United Airlines

Oct 6

RIX6:05 amRiga Intl

20h 25m

2 stops

ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 15

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 55m

1 stop

RIX1:00 pmRiga Intl

$700

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United Airlines

Nov 1

RIX2:35 pmRiga Intl

16h 08m

2 stops

ORD11:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 14

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m

2 stops

RIX1:55 pmRiga Intl

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Nov 1

RIX2:35 pmRiga Intl

30h 35m

1 stop

ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 14

ORD11:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 40m

2 stops

RIX1:55 pmRiga Intl

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Sat 11/1

1:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$427

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Sat 11/1

9:25 am-9:14 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

4:06 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops21h 34m

$517

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Sat 11/1

9:25 am-9:14 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

11:46 am-1:20 pm

2 stops17h 34m

$541

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Sat 11/1

7:00 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

11:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop14h 55m

$585

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Sat 11/1

9:25 am-9:14 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

8:45 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$598

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Sat 11/1

7:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

7:20 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops43h 05m

$617

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Sat 11/1

7:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

7:20 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops38h 05m

$620

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Wed 10/15

7:00 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

7:25 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$670

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Wed 10/15

6:05 am-12:55 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

10:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$690

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Mon 10/6

6:05 am-6:30 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

3:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$700

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Riga, with most prices found around $451. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in March, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Riga to Chicago during May average around $550.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $567. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Riga to Chicago for around $853.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Riga to Chicago during this time can be as low as $602. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $853.

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How far is Riga Intl to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Riga Intl to Chicago is 4546.6 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago?
As of September 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Riga Intl Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Riga to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Riga to Chicago is LOT, representing 54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Lufthansa at 20%, Scandinavian Airlines at 14%, and Finnair at 12%.

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Finnair	PriceFrom $419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,324 reviews	Search Finnair flights
LOT	PriceFrom $482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,114 reviews	Search LOT flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $539	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,486 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $571	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,386 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $638	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,407 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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