Illinois

$94+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Illinois

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — ORD
May 31 — Jun 71
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Richmond to Illinois with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Illinois

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, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/276:30 am
RIC
-
STL
1 stop4h 57m
United Airlines
Wed 6/35:41 pm
STL
-
RIC
1 stop5h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/27$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Tue 5/265:00 am
RIC
-
STL
1 stop4h 33m
American Airlines
Tue 6/211:18 am
STL
-
RIC
1 stop7h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/26$269
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.
Mon 5/255:00 am
RIC
-
STL
1 stop4h 33m
American Airlines
Wed 6/39:24 am
STL
-
RIC
1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/29$285
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.
Wed 5/274:45 pm
RIC
-
STL
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Wed 6/37:35 am
STL
-
RIC
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$290
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.
Fri 6/56:15 pm
RIC
-
PIA
1 stop6h 43m
American Airlines
Mon 6/84:20 pm
PIA
-
RIC
1 stop5h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/29$291
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:34 pm
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 41m
American Airlines
Mon 6/88:55 pm
ORD
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Thu 5/287:30 pm
RIC
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Mon 6/112:55 pm
MDW
-
RIC
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/26$305
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/236:30 pm
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 5/259:19 pm
ORD
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/66:26 pm
RIC
-
STL
1 stop6h 33m
Delta
Mon 6/87:12 pm
STL
-
RIC
1 stop4h 41m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$307
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/910:19 am
RIC
-
STL
1 stop5h 33m
Delta
Wed 6/104:19 pm
STL
-
RIC
1 stop4h 29m
Delta
Deal found 4/28$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/36:00 am
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 6/79:15 pm
ORD
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/27$309
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.
Tue 6/307:25 am
RIC
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Mon 7/68:05 pm
MDW
-
RIC
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$309

Find 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, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$263
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$94
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$382

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$172 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Richmond Byrd Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Richmond Byrd Intl-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($5 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 2026
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.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RichmondSt. Louis

RIC - STL

RICSTL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/4

7:46 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/8

10:51 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$307

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/5

6:00 am-7:23 am

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/10

9:15 pm-12:39 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$309

RichmondMoline

RIC - MLI

RICMLI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/21

3:42 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 5/25

5:56 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 44m

$317

RichmondChicago

RIC - RFD

RICRFD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/15

5:35 pm-10:37 am

2 stops18h 02m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 7/19

11:27 am-1:49 pm

1 stop25h 22m

$318

RichmondChicago

RIC - RFD

RICRFD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/28

9:44 pm-9:21 am

2 stops36h 37m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Thu 6/4

11:27 am-4:33 pm

1 stop28h 06m

$320

RichmondSt. Louis

RIC - STL

RICSTL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 6/9

5:45 am-9:46 am

1 stop5h 01m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/10

10:51 am-4:35 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$322

RichmondChicago

RIC - MDW

RICMDW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/1

7:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/6

6:30 am-5:55 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$325

RichmondBloomington

RIC - BMI

RICBMI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/13

5:24 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 7/18

2:58 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$329

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/24

5:45 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/28

7:01 am-11:51 am

1 stop3h 50m

$329

RichmondChicago

RIC - ORD

RICORD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/6

12:32 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

5:30 am-11:38 am

1 stop5h 08m

$329

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/28

Showing 1-10 of 60 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

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.
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.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from Richmond to Illinois is 88 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 Illinois?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Illinois (average of $65). Flying from Richmond to Illinois 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 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, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Richmond to Illinois by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 April 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Illinois 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 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, 2026.

The most flights from RIC to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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

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, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 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 2h. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $325. Airlines will cover a distance of 628 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?

    $53 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 $112, respectively.

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

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

    Consider Air Canada (85%), Air New Zealand (85%) or Republic Airways (84%) 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 $850 for a flight from Richmond to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $157 while the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $197.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Illinois (average of $65). Flying from Richmond to Illinois 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Richmond to Illinois

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

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, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$108Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$126Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$211Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.