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$89+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Richmond (RIC)

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ORD — RIC
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sat 6/28
Sat 7/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated June 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$206
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$89
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$377

Good round-trip deal

$279 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
From Illinois to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 23, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/175:26 pmSTL - RIC
1 stop14h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/199:42 amRIC - STL
1 stop5h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/21$206
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Thu 10/27:05 pmSTL - RIC
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Tue 10/78:10 amRIC - STL
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/22$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/710:46 amORD - RIC
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/119:42 amRIC - ORD
1 stop15h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/21$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/185:40 pmORD - RIC
1 stop13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/2112:35 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop5h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/86:20 pmMDW - RIC
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Sun 8/106:00 amRIC - MDW
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/22$245
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:24 pmORD - RIC
1 stop21h 59mSun Country Air
Mon 7/286:23 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop17h 46mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/22$245
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 9/198:19 amPIA - RIC
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/2111:51 amRIC - PIA
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/21$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 9/186:38 pmMLI - RIC
1 stop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/224:25 pmRIC - MLI
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/20$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/265:35 amORD - RIC
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Tue 7/295:46 pmRIC - ORD
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/22$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Tue 8/52:55 pmORD - RIC
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/125:26 pmRIC - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/21$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/301:50 pmMDW - RIC
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Tue 8/512:35 pmRIC - MDW
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/22$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 9/42:55 pmORD - RIC
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Mon 9/86:10 amRIC - ORD
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/21$262

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Richmond 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 June 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Richmond that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisRichmond

STL - RIC

STLRIC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 7/17

5:26 pm-8:37 am

1 stop14h 11m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/19

9:42 am-2:39 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$206

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

10:46 am-5:52 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/11

9:42 am-11:53 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$242

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/18

5:40 pm-8:37 am

1 stop13h 57m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/21

12:35 pm-5:27 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$244

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/8

6:20 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/10

6:00 am-8:44 am

1 stop3h 44m

$245

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/24

6:24 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop21h 59m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/28

6:23 pm-11:09 am

1 stop17h 46m

$245

PeoriaRichmond

PIA - RIC

PIARIC

Greater Peoria

Fri 9/19

8:19 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/21

11:51 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$249

MolineRichmond

MLI - RIC

MLIRIC

Moline Quad-City

Thu 9/18

6:38 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/22

5:24 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$249

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

5:35 am-12:49 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/29

5:46 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$249

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

2:55 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/12

5:26 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$251

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/30

1:50 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/5

12:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$260

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Richmond

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Illinois to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 IL to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 23, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Richmond

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Richmond. 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 June 23, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to RIC are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Richmond by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Richmond ranges from 2.8 - 4.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Richmond by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated June 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Richmond to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,830 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
344 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Illinois to Richmond, you will be flying into Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Richmond are Spirit Airlines ($89), Southwest ($91), and American Airlines ($91).

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Richmond is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Richmond Byrd Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Richmond Byrd Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Richmond Byrd Intl.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to Richmond consider choosing Republic Airways (96%), Envoy Air (90%) or Air Canada (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Richmond?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Richmond is generally $373, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $126. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Richmond Byrd Intl), you can expect to pay $197 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Illinois to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 Illinois to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Richmond. 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 June 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$79Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$142Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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