Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Chicago (CHI) from $63

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/1. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
RIC — CHI
oct. 7 — oct. 141

The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Richmond (RIC) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best RIC to CHI flight in 2023: compare Richmond to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$142
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Chicago (CHI)

RIC - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

Flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago are found to be more expensive on Sunday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 41 days in advance to save up to 28% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 41 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $388, or $436 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

January can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Richmond, Virginia with a flight ticket averaging about $344. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $256. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago (RIC - CHI)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Richmond to Chicago

Consider these cheap Spirit Airlines flights we've found departing from Richmond to Chicago. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Richmond to Chicago

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Richmond to Chicago. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.

Cheap Richmond to Chicago flights in October & November 2023

The best prices found for RIC to CHI flights for October, November
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Richmond to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Richmond found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Richmond

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Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Richmond, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Chicago from Richmond

The cheapest one-way flights from Richmond to Chicago
Users traveling one-way from Richmond to Chicago can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Richmond to Chicago flights by using the search form above.

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$116 - $283

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 11/30

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/4

1 stop9h 55m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 10/23

1 stop16h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/25

1 stop7h 39m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 10/25

1 stop8h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 10/28

1 stop7h 39m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 11/9

1 stop10h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/13

1 stop10h 46m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 10/31

2 stops13h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/7

1 stop12h 48m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 11/4

1 stop13h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/8

1 stop12h 10m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 11/24

Nonstop2h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 11/24

Nonstop2h 11m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 11/4

Nonstop2h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/8

Nonstop2h 08m

Richmond Byrd IntlChicago Midway

RIC - MDW

RICMDW

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 11/4

1 stop4h 16m

Chicago Midway

mié. 11/8

1 stop3h 49m

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Deals found on 10/1

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from Richmond to Chicago. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,486 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Richmond to Chicago flights.

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 20 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 4 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $116, but on average you can expect to pay $147.

Are there nonstop flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago is less than $304.

Are there last-minute flights available from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.

How many flights depart from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago on average per day?

Per day, 10 flights depart from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 90% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 10% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

For as low as $116, Spirit Airlines can have you in Chicago from Richmond, Virginia in 6h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 644 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago round-trip?

Spirit Airlines, at $116, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago.. Spirit Airlines is priced at 66% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the most popular routes from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

Before booking your flight to Chicago from Richmond, Virginia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Piedmont Airlines (97%), Japan Airlines (95%), Republic Airways( 93%).

What are the cheapest flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Richmond, Virginia to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,015, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $137. The most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $116.

What does RIC to ORD mean?

RIC stands for Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, while ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Top 4 airlines flying from Richmond to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Richmond to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$162Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$176Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Richmond to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Richmond to Chicago
13%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
49%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
34%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
4%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Richmond to Chicago
Sunday21daily flights
Monday22daily flights
Tuesday21daily flights
Wednesday22daily flights
Thursday21daily flights
Friday22daily flights
Saturday12daily flights

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