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$55+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Illinois

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RIC — ORD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:48 pmRIC - STL
1 stop16h 19mFrontier
Sat 11/87:45 pmSTL - RIC
1 stop20h 23mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:04 pmRIC - STL
2 stops21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2010:53 amSTL - RIC
1 stop23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/49:49 pmRIC - ORD
2 stops14h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:11 amORD - RIC
1 stop11h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$258
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2512:30 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/286:48 amORD - RIC
1 stop12h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/126:30 amRIC - PIA
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/163:30 pmPIA - RIC
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/1311:54 amRIC - ORD
2 stops12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/1511:35 amORD - RIC
2 stops22h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/1112:27 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Sat 11/156:45 amORD - RIC
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 10/30$262
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:04 amRIC - ORD
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Wed 11/125:23 amORD - RIC
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/28$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/129:29 pmRIC - MDW
2 stops27h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:06 pmMDW - RIC
1 stop14h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 12/212:30 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop21h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/61:24 pmORD - RIC
2 stops17h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/1412:40 pmRIC - ORD
2 stops22h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/167:34 pmORD - RIC
2 stops15h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/228:22 pmRIC - ORD
2 stops23h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/272:01 pmORD - RIC
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$266

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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$238
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$55
(Priceline)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$406

Good round-trip deal

$353 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Illinois that are best for you.

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RichmondSt. Louis

RIC - STL

RICSTL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/17

1:04 pm-9:07 am

2 stops21h 03m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/20

4:13 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop26h 53m

$236

RichmondSt. Louis

RIC - STL

RICSTL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-10:37 pm

1 stop17h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/20

5:11 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop27h 39m

$238

RichmondPeoria

RIC - PIA

RICPIA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/12

6:30 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 46m

Greater Peoria

Sun 11/16

3:30 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$259

RichmondMoline

RIC - MLI

RICMLI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/13

10:04 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 11/17

5:12 pm-12:32 am

1 stop6h 20m

$279

RichmondMoline

RIC - MLI

RICMLI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/13

5:46 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 34m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 11/17

6:18 am-11:22 am

1 stop4h 04m

$279

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/4

10:35 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

6:07 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$279

RichmondChicago

RIC - MDW

RICMDW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/20

1:22 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/27

6:05 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 53m

$280

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/8

6:00 am-9:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

1:26 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$281

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/5

10:25 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

5:51 pm-12:24 am

1 stop5h 33m

$281

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/8

5:24 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/9

6:45 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 07m

$281

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Illinois (average of $50). Flying from Richmond to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Richmond to Illinois by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Illinois. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Illinois flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 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 October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Richmond to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Illinois?

    A quick flight from Richmond to Illinois can take about 4h 34m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $279. Airlines will cover a distance of 753 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $84 and $89, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago Midway or Richmond Byrd Intl - Lambert-St Louis, Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Richmond to Illinois.

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

    Consider Emirates (100%), GoJet (94%) or ANA (93%) 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 $963 for a flight from Richmond to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $146.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Illinois (average of $50). Flying from Richmond to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 4 airlines flying from Richmond to Illinois

Discover the top 4 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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