Travelling from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport (RUH).
Riyadh is 8 hours ahead of Chicago. King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to RUH. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like August, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Chicago to RUH that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and RUH include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
ORD is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Split up your flight from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and RUH include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're going on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to RUH:
About King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Consider staying in a hotel near RUH if you're taking a late flight from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
C$429 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport. Return flights start from C$888. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get flight tickets from Chicago to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can quickly pick a flight that fits your budget.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Chicago to RUH. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Riyadh, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to RUH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport.
More about Riyadh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Riyadh right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to King Khaled International Airport:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Kingdom Centre Tower, National Museum and Riyadh Zoo are essential stops on your Riyadh itinerary.
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