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

Warsaw (WAW) was the most common stop: 57% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 51% 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.

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 connection time from Riga to Chicago?

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

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 October 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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8:00 am - 4:45 pmRIX-ORD

16h 45m2 stops

7:20 pm - 11:10 pmORD-RIX

19h 50m2 stops

$544Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 29

10:05 pm - 7:42 pmRIX-ORD

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6:30 pm - 4:45 pmRIX-ORD

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7:20 pm - 11:05 amORD-RIX

31h 45m2 stops

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14h 55m1 stop

$623Turkish Airlines

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19h 05m1 stop

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33h 20m1 stop

9:55 pm - 1:10 pmORD-RIX

31h 15m1 stop

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5:55 am - 3:20 pmRIX-ORD

17h 25m1 stop

3:20 pm - 1:55 pmORD-RIX

14h 35m1 stop

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6:35 pm - 8:00 pmRIX-ORD

33h 25m1 stop

9:55 pm - 5:55 pmORD-RIX

12h 00m1 stop

$1,654LOT

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22h 15m1 stop

$1,857Turkish Airlines

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Scandinavian Airlines

Nov 12

RIX6:30 pmRiga Intl

30h 15m

2 stops

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 19

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

2 stops

RIX11:05 amRiga Intl

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Nov 20

RIX7:15 amRiga Intl

17h 30m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 30

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

RIX10:25 pmRiga Intl

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Jan 10

RIX7:15 amRiga Intl

17h 30m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 17

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 25m

1 stop

RIX3:45 pmRiga Intl

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LOT

Nov 12

RIX6:40 pmRiga Intl

33h 20m

1 stop

ORD8:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 19

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

RIX1:10 pmRiga Intl

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Dec 8

RIX6:35 pmRiga Intl

33h 25m

1 stop

ORD8:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 12

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m

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Dec 8

RIX6:05 amRiga Intl

21h 50m

2 stops

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 12

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 10m

1 stop

RIX1:05 pmRiga Intl

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Thu 11/20

8:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

7:20 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$544

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RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Fri 11/21

10:05 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops29h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

5:40 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$563

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Thu 11/20

7:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

7:20 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$581

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Wed 11/12

6:30 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

7:20 pm-11:05 am

2 stops31h 45m

$615

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Thu 11/20

7:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

11:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop14h 55m

$623

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Thu 11/20

7:15 am-4:45 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

7:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$634

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Wed 11/12

6:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop33h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

9:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$720

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Mon 12/8

5:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

3:20 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$892

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Mon 12/8

6:35 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$1,654

RigaChicago

RIX - ORD

RIXORD

Riga Intl

Mon 12/8

7:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

11:50 am-6:05 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$1,857

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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 45m.
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 October 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 64% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Lufthansa at 22% and Finnair at 14%.

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Finnair	PriceFrom $419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,333 reviews	Search Finnair flights
LOT	PriceFrom $482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,135 reviews	Search LOT flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $539	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,548 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $571	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,406 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $638	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,541 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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