$99+ 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CHI
Sep 28 — Oct 51
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to ChicagoExplore 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 August 29, 2026.
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 August 29, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/188:27 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Mon 9/218:50 am -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/27![American Airlines logo]()
$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/163:30 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Thu 9/176:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Mon 9/144:25 pm -
2 stops7h 00m
Wed 9/1611:55 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$298
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Fri 9/185:51 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Sun 9/203:50 pm -
1 stop24h 06m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/175:30 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Mon 9/214:45 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 8/26![American Airlines logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 10/106:20 pm -
1 stop4h 20m
Mon 10/125:00 am -
1 stop4h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 9/108:31 am -
Nonstop2h 29m
Mon 9/147:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/24![American Airlines logo]()
$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/712:59 pm -
1 stop6h 01m
Sat 10/1011:33 am -
1 stop6h 19m
Deal found 8/27![Delta logo]()
$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 10/136:25 am -
2 stops8h 00m
Wed 10/141:05 pm -
2 stops8h 00m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Wed 10/2110:38 am -
Nonstop2h 21m
Thu 11/2610:55 am -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 8/24![United Airlines logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Thu 10/86:20 am -
Nonstop2h 22m
Sun 10/117:39 am -
Nonstop2h 22m
Deal found 8/25![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Sun 10/117:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 00m
Tue 10/136:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$318
Best flights from Richmond to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Richmond to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 29, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Richmond to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 29, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Thu 10/86:20 am -
Nonstop2h 22m
Sun 10/117:39 am -
Nonstop2h 22m
Deal found 8/25![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Tue 10/208:30 pm -
1 stop14h 44m
Mon 11/236:38 pm -
1 stop19h 08m
Deal found 8/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/215:35 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Tue 11/247:05 am -
1 stop4h 13m
Deal found 8/24![Delta logo]()
$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Fri 10/306:25 am -
1 stop4h 35m
Sun 11/17:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Sat 10/247:21 pm -
2 stops15h 09m
Mon 11/236:38 pm -
1 stop19h 08m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/127:00 am -
1 stop5h 59m
Sun 11/156:44 pm -
1 stop3h 49m
Deal found 8/24![Delta logo]()
$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Thu 10/87:35 pm -
Nonstop2h 00m
Tue 10/133:05 pm -
2 stops6h 00m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$344
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Thu 10/223:51 pm -
1 stop17h 03m
Mon 11/236:38 pm -
1 stop19h 08m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/256:00 am -
1 stop4h 17m
Thu 11/264:13 pm -
1 stop6h 16m
Deal found 8/25![Delta logo]()
$358
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Sun 10/256:30 am -
2 stops6h 40m
Tue 10/273:05 pm -
2 stops6h 05m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 10/83:50 pm -
1 stop17h 12m
Sun 10/111:12 pm -
1 stop7h 10m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/235:36 pm -
1 stop5h 57m
Fri 11/276:00 am -
1 stop6h 13m
Deal found 8/25![Delta logo]()
$358
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Fri 10/97:35 pm -
Nonstop2h 00m
Sun 10/115:10 am -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 10/110:38 am -
Nonstop2h 21m
Wed 10/77:39 am -
Nonstop2h 22m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$463
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/237:50 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Sun 9/276:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$374
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Tue 10/208:30 pm -
1 stop14h 44m
Wed 11/257:53 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/153:07 pm -
1 stop6h 31m
Fri 10/165:29 pm -
1 stop4h 57m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 9/110:45 am -
1 stop4h 45m
Tue 9/16:15 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 8/25![United Airlines logo]()
$495
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 9/248:05 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Mon 9/286:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$383
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Thu 10/158:30 pm -
1 stop23h 36m
Mon 10/196:13 pm -
1 stop13h 00m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Wed 9/96:00 am -
Nonstop2h 23m
Sun 9/139:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 23m
Deal found 8/25![United Airlines logo]()
$496
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:00 pm -
1 stop6h 04m
Sun 9/278:55 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$421
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Fri 10/96:15 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Tue 10/132:10 pm -
2 stops6h 55m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Fri 9/1111:56 am -
Nonstop2h 19m
Tue 9/159:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 23m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2912:22 pm -
1 stop5h 58m
Sun 11/15:27 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$421
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/254:25 pm -
2 stops7h 00m
Sun 9/276:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Sat 10/247:21 pm -
2 stops15h 09m
Wed 11/257:53 pm -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 8/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/28:05 am -
Nonstop2h 28m
Sun 9/62:45 pm -
Nonstop2h 21m
Deal found 8/26![United Airlines logo]()
$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 10/87:35 pm -
Nonstop2h 00m
Sat 10/1010:25 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Sat 10/107:21 pm -
2 stops15h 19m
Mon 10/126:13 pm -
1 stop13h 00m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$447
Last-minute flights from Richmond to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Richmond to Chicago. Data last updated August 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Richmond to Chicago. Data last updated August 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/45:26 pm -
1 stop21h 10m
Sat 9/57:44 pm -
1 stop14h 22m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 9/108:31 am -
Nonstop2h 29m
Mon 9/147:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/24![American Airlines logo]()
$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/163:30 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Thu 9/176:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/175:30 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Mon 9/214:45 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 8/26![American Airlines logo]()
$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/188:27 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Mon 9/218:50 am -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/27![American Airlines logo]()
$293
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Fri 9/185:51 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Sun 9/203:50 pm -
1 stop24h 06m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$299
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/227:24 am -
1 stop7h 21m
Thu 9/243:00 pm -
1 stop6h 39m
Deal found 8/24![JetBlue logo]()
$321
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 9/244:25 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Thu 10/15:00 am -
1 stop4h 25m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:00 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Fri 10/22:29 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Deal found 8/27![Delta logo]()
$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/254:25 pm -
2 stops7h 00m
Fri 10/22:15 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/268:50 am -
1 stop7h 34m
Tue 9/291:00 pm -
1 stop4h 08m
Deal found 8/24![Delta logo]()
$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Wed 9/306:20 am -
Nonstop2h 22m
Thu 10/15:58 pm -
Nonstop2h 12m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$317
One-way flights from Richmond to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Richmond to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 29, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Richmond to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 29, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/285:51 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$99
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/185:51 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:51 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$109
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/1610:36 am -
Nonstop2h 23m
Deal found 8/26![United Airlines logo]()
$119
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/227:50 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$119
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2311:27 am -
1 stop8h 08m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/265:35 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$129
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/268:50 am -
1 stop7h 34m
Deal found 8/27![Delta logo]()
$129
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/25:51 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/235:35 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Deal found 8/27![Delta logo]()
$139
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/184:25 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 10/253:51 pm -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$140
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 August 29, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $293 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $99 (Frontier) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $437 |
Good round-trip deal | $377 or less |
Good one-way deal | $228 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Chicago that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
RICORD
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 10/8
6:20 am-7:42 am
Nonstop2h 22m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 10/11
7:39 am-11:01 am
Nonstop2h 22m
$318
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
RICRFD
Richmond Byrd Intl
Tue 10/20
8:30 pm-10:14 am
1 stop14h 44m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Mon 11/23
6:38 pm-2:46 pm
1 stop19h 08m
$322
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
RICORD
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 10/21
5:35 pm-10:17 pm
1 stop5h 42m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/24
7:05 am-12:18 pm
1 stop4h 13m
$325
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
RICRFD
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 10/24
7:21 pm-9:30 am
2 stops15h 09m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Mon 11/23
6:38 pm-2:46 pm
1 stop19h 08m
$325
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
RICRFD
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 10/22
3:51 pm-7:54 am
1 stop17h 03m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Mon 11/23
6:38 pm-2:46 pm
1 stop19h 08m
$334
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
RICMDW
Richmond Byrd Intl
Fri 10/30
6:25 am-10:00 am
1 stop4h 35m
Chicago Midway
Sun 11/1
7:00 pm-9:55 pm
Nonstop1h 55m
$338
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
RICMDW
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 11/12
7:00 am-11:59 am
1 stop5h 59m
Chicago Midway
Sun 11/15
6:44 pm-11:33 pm
1 stop3h 49m
$338
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
RICMDW
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 10/8
7:35 pm-8:35 pm
Nonstop2h 00m
Chicago Midway
Tue 10/13
3:05 pm-10:05 pm
2 stops6h 00m
$344
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
RICRFD
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 10/8
3:50 pm-8:02 am
1 stop17h 12m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Sun 10/11
1:12 pm-9:22 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$357
RichmondChicago
RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
RICMDW
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sun 10/25
6:00 am-9:17 am
1 stop4h 17m
Chicago Midway
Thu 11/26
4:13 pm-11:29 pm
1 stop6h 16m
$358
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- 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.
RIC-CHI
RIC-ORD
RIC-MDW
RIC-RFD
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Chicago
RIC-CHI
RIC-ORD
RIC-MDW
RIC-RFD
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Chicago?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Chicago (average of $288). Flying from Richmond to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $459). 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 August 29, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Chicago at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
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 August 29, 2026.
The most flights from RIC to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Richmond to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Richmond to Chicago flights typically cost between $354 and $453 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $293 on American Airlines (Sep 18-Sep 21).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Chicago?
The best time to book flights from Richmond to Chicago is 48 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 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 August 22, 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.
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 August 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$126 | Average$352 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$178 | Average$409 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$255 | Average$402 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$260 | Average$260 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$281 | Average$442 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |