Route notes
Why this routing works
This routing keeps the trip simple: an outbound transatlantic leg from Chicago to Reykjavik, a single onward segment to Vienna, and one return back to Chicago. With only two overseas stops, it is a clean multi-stop structure that limits backtracking while still splitting time between the North Atlantic and Central Europe.
The timing is weighted toward a shorter first stop and a longer second stop, with 7 nights in Reykjavik followed by 17 nights in Vienna. That sequencing works well for travelers who want an initial one-week stay before settling into a longer European stop, rather than moving frequently between cities.
From a ticketing standpoint, this is a straightforward economy itinerary over 5 weeks, departing in May within the apr-jun season. The sold price range of $1,366 to $2,084 frames it as a relatively accessible transatlantic multi-stop option compared with more complex round-the-world routings.