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$101+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CHI
May 22 — May 291
Fri 5/22
Fri 5/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Chicago are usually found in February or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/79:29 am
RIC
-
ORD
2 stops27h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/101:18 pm
ORD
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RIC
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$300
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:00 am
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 26m
American Airlines
Mon 6/14:42 pm
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop5h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:05 pm
RIC
-
ORD
1 stop23h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/68:30 am
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop22h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/308:10 am
RIC
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Sat 6/206:55 pm
MDW
-
RIC
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/149:49 am
RIC
-
ORD
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Tue 5/192:05 pm
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop4h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$305
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/285:28 pm
RIC
-
ORD
3 stops29h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/315:05 am
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop10h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/18$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/191:40 pm
RIC
-
MDW
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Tue 5/262:35 pm
MDW
-
RIC
2 stops6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:30 pm
RIC
-
ORD
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Wed 6/36:20 pm
ORD
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:50 am
RIC
-
MDW
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Wed 6/32:35 pm
MDW
-
RIC
2 stops6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17$307
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/264:46 pm
RIC
-
ORD
1 stop16h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/99:48 pm
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop19h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/76:00 am
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 6/108:40 am
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop4h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/315:28 pm
RIC
-
ORD
1 stop15h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 6/117:33 pm
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop20h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/20$310

Find flight deals from Richmond to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$300
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$383

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($6 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/10

6:30 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

9:25 pm-12:42 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$311

RichmondChicago

RIC - RFD

RICRFD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/7

3:26 pm-9:13 am

1 stop18h 47m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 7/13

7:50 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop17h 56m

$312

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/30

5:29 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/20

8:40 am-2:02 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$314

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/10

5:38 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

7:07 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$321

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/31

6:30 am-9:36 am

1 stop4h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

8:40 am-2:01 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$326

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/12

6:30 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

9:25 pm-12:42 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$341

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/19

6:05 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

6:20 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$345

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/7

8:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

2:25 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$353

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/18

7:51 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/21

5:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 10m

$358

RichmondChicago

RIC - RFD

RICRFD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/8

5:35 pm-10:37 am

2 stops18h 02m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 7/13

7:50 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop17h 56m

$361

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Chicago in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Richmond to Chicago is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Chicago?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Chicago (average of $65). Flying from Richmond to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $237). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Richmond to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 22, 2026.

The most flights from RIC to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Richmond to Chicago?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated April 22, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Richmond to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,438 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,637 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,659 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to Chicago?

    Located just 6.9 mi from the city center, Richmond Byrd Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Richmond. Booking flights from Byrd Intl (RIC) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 23 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Richmond to Chicago can take about 1h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $362. Airlines will cover a distance of 628 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($108), JetBlue ($116), and Southwest ($178) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Chicago. You may be able to fly from Richmond to Chicago for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Chicago one-way?

    $78 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $100 and $118, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Richmond to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from Richmond to Chicago consider Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago Midway or Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Richmond, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (85%), Air New Zealand (85%), Republic Airways( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Richmond to Chicago? While on average our users pay $914, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $156. The most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $212.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Chicago?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Chicago (average of $65). Flying from Richmond to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $237). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Richmond to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$108Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$116Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$213Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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