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.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

LOT, Lufthansa and KLM 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 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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.

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

LOT is the most popular carrier operating from Riga Intl to Chicago

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.

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 August 2025, there are 6 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.

$465 Cheap Flights from Riga to Chicago in 2025

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 $706 to $1,243. The lowest price recently found on this route was $476.

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6:40 pm - 9:00 pmRIX-ORD

33h 20m1 stop

9:55 pm - 1:35 amORD-RIX

19h 40m2 stops

$476LOT

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 2

1:50 pm - 9:00 pmRIX-ORD

14h 10m1 stop

9:55 pm - 5:55 pmORD-RIX

12h 00m1 stop

$480LOT

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Thu, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 8

6:05 am - 9:00 pmRIX-ORD

21h 55m1 stop

9:55 pm - 1:35 amORD-RIX

19h 40m2 stops

$497LOT

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Tue, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 2

8:55 am - 7:15 pmRIX-ORD

18h 20m2 stops

4:54 pm - 5:30 pmORD-RIX

16h 36m2 stops

$536Finnair

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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 30

10:05 pm - 9:14 pmRIX-ORD

30h 09m2 stops

4:45 pm - 9:35 pmORD-RIX

20h 50m2 stops

$550Finnair

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 2

8:05 pm - 1:50 pmRIX-ORD

25h 45m1 stop

6:10 pm - 2:50 pmORD-RIX

13h 40m1 stop

$566British Airways

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Fri, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 30

4:10 pm - 9:15 amRIX-ORD

25h 05m2 stops

9:15 pm - 7:10 pmORD-RIX

13h 55m1 stop

$578British Airways

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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 25

5:55 am - 2:10 pmRIX-ORD

15h 15m1 stop

2:40 pm - 11:55 pmORD-RIX

25h 15m2 stops

$613Lufthansa

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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4

2:40 pm - 8:05 pmRIX-ORD

13h 25m1 stop

4:20 pm - 2:00 pmORD-RIX

13h 40m1 stop

$615Lufthansa

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Sun, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 7

7:10 am - 9:05 pmRIX-ORD

20h 55m1 stop

8:20 pm - 3:50 pmORD-RIX

12h 30m1 stop

$673Scandinavian Airlines

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Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1

KLM flights from Riga to Chicago

Our best KLM deals on Riga to Chicago flight tickets

KLM

Aug 30

RIX11:50 amRiga Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 13

ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 45m

2 stops

RIX1:10 pmRiga Intl

$647

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KLM

Aug 29

RIX7:45 amRiga Intl

14h 25m

1 stop

ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 12

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

RIX10:20 pmRiga Intl

$648

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KLM

Aug 30

RIX7:45 amRiga Intl

16h 28m

2 stops

ORD4:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 13

ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 45m

2 stops

RIX1:10 pmRiga Intl

$657

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Finnair flights from Riga to Chicago

Our best Finnair deals on Riga to Chicago flight tickets

Finnair

Sep 16

RIX8:55 amRiga Intl

18h 20m

2 stops

ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 30

ORD4:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 36m

2 stops

RIX5:30 pmRiga Intl

$536

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Finnair

Oct 27

RIX10:05 pmRiga Intl

30h 09m

2 stops

ORD9:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 2

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 50m

2 stops

RIX9:35 pmRiga Intl

$550

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Finnair

Sep 18

RIX10:00 pmRiga Intl

25h 45m

2 stops

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 30

ORD4:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 36m

2 stops

RIX5:30 pmRiga Intl

$551

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RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Mon 10/27

6:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop33h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

9:55 pm-1:35 am

2 stops19h 40m

$476

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Thu 10/30

1:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$480

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Tue 10/28

6:05 am-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

9:55 pm-1:35 am

2 stops19h 40m

$497

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Tue 9/16

8:55 am-7:15 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

4:54 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops16h 36m

$536

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Mon 10/27

10:05 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops30h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

4:45 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$550

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Fri 10/24

8:05 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

6:10 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$566

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Thu 9/18

4:10 pm-9:15 am

2 stops25h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

9:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$578

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Tue 10/28

5:55 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

2:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$613

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Sun 11/2

2:40 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

4:20 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$615

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Wed 10/29

7:10 am-9:05 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

8:20 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$673

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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.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Riga when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $698 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Riga for as low as $395 on momondo.

When to book flights from Riga to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Riga to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$491
Fastest flight time	13h 25m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Riga in the past 72 hours is $491. The best round-trip flight deal from Riga to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $476.

The fastest flight from Riga to Chicago takes 13h 25m

There are no direct flights from Riga to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Riga Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Riga Intl Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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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 13h 25m.
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 August 2025, there are 6 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 53% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Lufthansa at 21%, Scandinavian Airlines at 15%, and Finnair at 12%.

Best airlines flying from Riga to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Finnair	PriceFrom $419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,316 reviews	Search Finnair flights
LOT	PriceFrom $482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,105 reviews	Search LOT flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $551	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,457 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $638	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $660	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $697	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights

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