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$55+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Petersburg, VA

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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — RIC
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Petersburg

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$55
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$370
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Petersburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Petersburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

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.
Mon 11/176:06 pmMDW - RIC
1 stop13h 16mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/219:01 pmRIC - MDW
1 stop21h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$230
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.
Sat 11/2210:01 amORD - RIC
1 stop8h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/19:01 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop27h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$230
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 11/205:00 amORD - RIC
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/236:58 pmRIC - ORD
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$232
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.
Wed 11/1212:37 pmORD - RIC
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1311:54 amRIC - ORD
1 stop9h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$235
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:00 amORD - RIC
2 stops14h 26mJetBlue
Thu 12/1111:00 amRIC - ORD
1 stop9h 43mJetBlue
Deal found 10/29$238
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:09 pmMDW - RIC
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Tue 11/115:10 amRIC - MDW
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 10/28$239
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:51 pmORD - RIC
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Tue 11/115:10 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/28$239
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:00 amORD - RIC
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/306:24 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop7h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$240
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1512:50 pmMDW - RIC
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Thu 12/1812:36 pmRIC - MDW
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 10/27$242
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/152:35 pmORD - RIC
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Thu 12/186:15 amRIC - ORD
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/27$242
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:52 amORD - RIC
3 stops24h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/1511:54 amRIC - ORD
1 stop13h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$243
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.
Fri 11/141:56 pmORD - RIC
2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1610:30 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$244

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Petersburg 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Petersburg that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Petersburg

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/17

6:06 pm-8:22 am

1 stop13h 16m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/21

9:01 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$230

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/20

5:00 am-6:03 pm

1 stop12h 03m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/23

6:58 pm-12:08 am

2 stops30h 10m

$232

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/8

10:35 am-4:19 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/12

5:10 am-9:52 am

1 stop5h 42m

$239

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/7

5:09 pm-12:24 am

1 stop6h 15m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 11/11

5:10 am-11:52 am

1 stop7h 42m

$239

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/10

5:34 pm-12:32 am

1 stop5h 58m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/13

5:59 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$239

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

4:56 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/12

6:20 am-12:19 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$239

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/15

12:50 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

12:36 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$242

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/21

6:48 am-8:06 pm

1 stop12h 18m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/2

12:30 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops11h 36m

$251

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

1:56 pm-10:59 am

2 stops20h 03m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/16

10:30 pm-10:42 am

1 stop13h 12m

$254

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/23

7:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/29

5:17 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 13m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Petersburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Petersburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Petersburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Petersburg. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Petersburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Petersburg?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Petersburg (average of $149). Flying from Chicago to Petersburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 CHI to PE9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Petersburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from Chicago to Petersburg by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Petersburg?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Petersburg flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Petersburg?

Reviews of airlines servicing Petersburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Petersburg. 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 Petersburg. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Petersburg, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Chicago to Petersburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Petersburg?

    Delta and Spirit Airlines can get you from Chicago to Petersburg in just under 4h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 34m. Chicago and Petersburg are separated by a distance of 628 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Petersburg?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Petersburg are Republic Airways (92%), Envoy Air (88%) and United Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Petersburg?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $115. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Richmond Byrd Intl) can be booked for $153 on average, our data indicates $322 when flying from Chicago to Petersburg.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Petersburg that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Petersburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Petersburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Petersburg 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 Chicago to Petersburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Petersburg (average of $149). Flying from Chicago to Petersburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 Chicago to Petersburg

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Petersburg. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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