What percentage of Chicago to Reykjavik flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik made up 3.9% of all available flights. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This indicates that most travelers on this route will likely have at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Chicago to Reykjavik?

The typical direct flight from Chicago to Reykjavik has a duration of 6 hours and 15 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 12 hours and 20 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 4757 kilometers.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Chicago to Reykjavik?

Based on historical trends across the trailing 30 days, good prices on flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find favorable deals for this route.

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Chicago to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Chicago to Reykjavik connect at least once, with only 3.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are available, they represent a small portion of the overall options.

A typical journey from Chicago to Reykjavik takes about 6h 15m including connections. This median duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route. For those flying non-stop, the flight time is also approximately 6h 15m, while connecting flights typically extend to about 17h 5m.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik? The most affordable month to fly is May, with a median fare of $483. Other cost-effective months include September, where the median fare is $1216, and October, with a median fare of $1233. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares from Chicago to Reykjavik typically range from $1126–$1699, with a median of $1340. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The distance between Chicago and Reykjavik is approximately 4757 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This considerable distance contributes to the typical journey times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Reykjavik

Regular price: $519 - $1,532

Prices for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $519 and $1532. The current lowest deal is $434 with Icelandair for travel from Dec 6-Dec 12.

now $434

Low $519

High $1,532

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik is May, with a median price of $483. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1823. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $483

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,823

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Direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik

Icelandair

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Reykjavik

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Reykjavik

Chicago (ORD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Icelandair

$445

$467

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Reykjavik

Chicago (ORD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Icelandair

$437

$506

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Reykjavik

Chicago (ORD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Icelandair

$450

$507

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Reykjavik

Chicago (ORD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Icelandair

$450

$507

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Reykjavik

Chicago (ORD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Icelandair

$445

$546

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Reykjavik

Chicago (ORD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Swiss International Air Lines

$532

$656

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

$659 → $444

33%

6 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 12

$629 → $434

31%

4 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 17

$659 → $464

30%

5 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 12

$648 → $506

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik

Chicago - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Chicago to Reykjavik are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $483.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 15m

The median flight duration for direct flights on this route is 6 hours 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Icelandair offers direct flights

Icelandair is an airline that provides direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers flights to Reykjavik, with prices from $436.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$436

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport is an option for flights to Reykjavik, with prices from $753.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$753

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport provides flights to Reykjavik, with prices from $1052.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1,052

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International is a good option for flights to Reykjavik, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$433

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Akureyri Airport is a primary international gateway for Northern Iceland, offering robust infrastructure and reliable road access.

📍 ~240 km from Reykjavik (approximately a 5-hour drive in good weather)

💸 Flights from ~$866

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reykjavik

Reykjavik, Iceland

94% AI deal score

$11,835

$4,003

Save $7,832

From ORD

Elite

Dec 10

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$2,992

$1,757

Save $1,235

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 10

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$3,035

$1,757

Save $1,278

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are found when booking 28-59 days in advance, with an average price of $1302. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $1957. Even booking 60+ days out tends to result in higher prices, averaging $1525, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Reykjavik is considered to be $1126 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1340. Prices can go higher, with 75% of prices observed being $1699 or less.

Historically, May has offered the cheapest flights from Chicago to Reykjavik, with a median price of $483. Other months that typically see lower prices include September, with a median of $1216, and October, with a median of $1233. The annual median price for this route is $1340, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Chicago to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Reykjavik

Regular price: $519 - $1,532

Prices for flights from Chicago to Reykjavik are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $519 and $1532. The current lowest deal is $434 with Icelandair for travel from Dec 6-Dec 12.

now $434

Low $519

High $1,532

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik

May

Cheapest

Flights from $483

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,823

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

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