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$57+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Illinois

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RIC — ORD
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$57
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Richmond Byrd Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Illinois.

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/286:18 pmRIC - PIA
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/411:20 amPIA - RIC
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/287:00 amRIC - STL
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Wed 6/46:00 amSTL - RIC
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/30$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/234:58 pmRIC - STL
2 stops17h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/2510:10 amSTL - RIC
1 stop9h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 7/1512:51 pmRIC - MLI
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Wed 7/235:27 pmMLI - RIC
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/30$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 6/86:39 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Wed 6/117:10 amORD - RIC
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/28$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/251:14 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/287:05 amORD - RIC
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2712:45 pmRIC - MDW
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Wed 10/16:00 amMDW - RIC
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/29$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/48:10 amRIC - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Tue 6/101:50 pmMDW - RIC
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:31 pmRIC - ORD
2 stops20h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/263:01 pmORD - RIC
2 stops25h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/266:05 amRIC - ORD
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Tue 7/296:00 amORD - RIC
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/92:55 pmRIC - STL
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Sat 7/123:20 pmSTL - RIC
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 6/24:58 pmRIC - STL
3 stops26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/510:10 amSTL - RIC
1 stop9h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$300

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Illinois 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Illinois that are best for you.

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Richmond

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Illinois

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Return

Price

RichmondPeoria

RIC - PIA

RICPIA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/28

6:18 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Greater Peoria

Wed 6/4

11:20 am-5:46 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$249

RichmondSt. Louis

RIC - STL

RICSTL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/28

7:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$257

RichmondSt. Louis

RIC - STL

RICSTL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/23

4:58 pm-9:15 am

2 stops17h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/25

10:10 am-8:46 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$274

RichmondMoline

RIC - MLI

RICMLI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/15

12:51 pm-4:47 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 7/23

5:27 pm-12:28 am

1 stop6h 01m

$274

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/8

6:39 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/11

7:10 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$285

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/25

1:14 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/28

7:05 am-12:52 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$286

RichmondChicago

RIC - MDW

RICMDW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/27

12:45 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$286

RichmondChicago

RIC - MDW

RICMDW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/4

8:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/10

1:50 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$288

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/22

6:31 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/26

3:01 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$291

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/26

6:05 am-4:25 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$297

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Richmond to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond to Illinois as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Richmond to Illinois. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from RIC to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Richmond to Illinois to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Richmond to Illinois. It is only a 6.9 mi journey to Byrd Intl (RIC) from Richmond’s city center.

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

    $57 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $101 and $127, respectively.

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

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

    Consider ANA (75%), Qatar Airways (74%) or Royal Jordanian (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Richmond to Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $755 for a flight from Richmond to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $144.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Richmond to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Illinois. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$274Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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