Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago nine hours behind Riyadh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your RUH to ORD flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and ORD:
Istanbul Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is $751. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,237. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from RUH to ORD, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a quick drive from RUH.
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Riyadh Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to go to Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are key highlights.