HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Richmond

$90+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Richmond (RIC)

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 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — RIC
Aug 29 — Sep 51
Sat 8/29
Sat 9/5
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Illinois to Richmond 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 Illinois to Richmond

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 July 30, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:58 pm
STL
-
RIC
1 stop19h 33m
Frontier
Thu 8/2712:01 pm
RIC
-
STL
1 stop28h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$243
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/277:58 pm
STL
-
RIC
1 stop19h 33m
Frontier
Thu 9/312:01 pm
RIC
-
STL
1 stop28h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/16:00 am
STL
-
RIC
1 stop4h 27m
American Airlines
Mon 9/76:05 am
RIC
-
STL
1 stop4h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/2011:40 am
STL
-
RIC
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/244:25 pm
RIC
-
STL
2 stops6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30$270
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/31:00 pm
MDW
-
RIC
2 stops5h 15m
Southwest
Sun 9/65:15 pm
RIC
-
MDW
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26$273
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/51:25 pm
STL
-
RIC
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Mon 9/144:25 pm
RIC
-
STL
2 stops6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29$275
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/159:38 am
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop5h 10m
JetBlue
Thu 9/1711:35 am
RIC
-
ORD
1 stop8h 26m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/26$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/89:38 am
ORD
-
RIC
1 stop5h 42m
JetBlue
Mon 10/1211:50 am
RIC
-
ORD
1 stop8h 32m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/25$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/76:15 pm
ORD
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 9/126:00 am
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Fri 8/286:15 pm
MDW
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Tue 9/17:50 am
RIC
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/26$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 11/186:20 pm
ORD
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 21m
United Airlines
Fri 11/276:00 am
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 8/288:15 am
ORD
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 12m
American Airlines
Tue 9/16:17 pm
RIC
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/28$289

Find flight deals from Illinois to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$243
(Frontier)

One-way from

$90
(CheapOair)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$401

Good round-trip deal

$329 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Richmond Byrd Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Richmond Byrd Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Illinois to Richmond Byrd Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Illinois to Richmond Byrd Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Richmond Byrd Intl.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Richmond Byrd Intl.
Search Deals

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 July 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Richmond that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

St. LouisRichmond

STL - RIC

STLRIC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/20

10:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/27

4:25 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$270

St. LouisRichmond

STL - RIC

STLRIC

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/26

11:45 am-8:30 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/29

6:15 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$275

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/28

6:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/31

8:05 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$283
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/29

9:20 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/3

8:05 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$283

St. LouisRichmond

STL - RIC

STLRIC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/13

8:08 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop20h 44m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/20

12:01 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop28h 27m

$290

ChicagoRichmond

ORD - RIC

ORDRIC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/14

10:32 am-1:54 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/16

7:59 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$293

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/20

7:00 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/23

8:25 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$293

PeoriaRichmond

PIA - RIC

PIARIC

Greater Peoria

Sat 8/22

5:45 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-10:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

$295

PeoriaRichmond

PIA - RIC

PIARIC

Greater Peoria

Sat 8/22

4:24 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/29

7:11 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$300

ChicagoRichmond

MDW - RIC

MDWRIC

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/18

11:28 am-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/27

5:22 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$303

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/26

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

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from Illinois 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 Illinois to Richmond

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Richmond (average of $338). Flying from Illinois to Richmond in January is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 July 30, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Illinois to Richmond by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 July 30, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to RIC are scheduled on a Thursday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Illinois to Richmond flights typically cost between $287 and $535 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $278 on JetBlue (Sep 15-Sep 17).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Illinois to Richmond, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Richmond. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Richmond flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Richmond?

    For as low as $265, Frontier can have you in Richmond from Illinois in 3h 46m. Illinois and Richmond are separated by a distance of 713 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Frontier ($54), Southwest ($78), and American Airlines ($118).

  • 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 Air Canada (81%), Envoy Air (78%) or Air New Zealand (74%) 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 $355, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $122. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Richmond Byrd Intl), you can expect to pay $237 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Richmond (average of $338). Flying from Illinois to Richmond in January is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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

Traveling to a place near Richmond?

Book flights to Richmond if you plan to visit one of these locations
Doswell
Chester
Emporia
Hopewell
Glen Allen
Midlothian

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 Illinois to Richmond

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Dallas/Fort Worth to Dulles Intl flights
Newark to Raleigh flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Raleigh flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Reagan-National flights
LaGuardia to Raleigh flights
Los Angeles to Reagan-National flights
Seattle to Dulles Intl flights
Hobby to Reagan-National flights
San Francisco to Reagan-National flights
Atlanta to Dulles Intl flights
San Francisco to Dulles Intl flights
Boston to Reagan-National flights
Seattle to Reagan-National flights
Los Angeles to Dulles Intl flights
Orlando to Dulles Intl flights
O'Hare Intl to Reagan-National flights
O'Hare Intl to Dulles Intl flights
Boston to Dulles Intl flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Raleigh flights
Boston to Raleigh flights
Atlanta to Reagan-National flights
George Bush Intcntl to Reagan-National flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Dulles Intl flights
Hobby to Dulles Intl flights
Tampa to Dulles Intl flights
Denver to Dulles Intl flights
Seattle to Raleigh flights
Austin to Dulles Intl flights
Orlando to Reagan-National flights
Ontario to Dulles Intl flights
Miami to Dulles Intl flights
Midway to Dulles Intl flights
George Bush Intcntl to Dulles Intl flights
Tampa to Reagan-National flights
Miami to Reagan-National flights
Minneapolis to Dulles Intl flights
Newark to Norfolk flights
San Diego to Dulles Intl flights
Denver to Raleigh flights
LaGuardia to Norfolk flights
Hobby to Raleigh flights
Newark to Dulles Intl flights
O'Hare Intl to Raleigh flights
Los Angeles to Raleigh flights
Fort Lauderdale to Dulles Intl flights
San Francisco to Raleigh flights
Denver to Reagan-National flights
Indianapolis to Reagan-National flights
Indianapolis to Dulles Intl flights
Sky Harbor Intl to Dulles Intl flights

Top 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Richmond

Discover the top 4 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 July 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$174Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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.
Site
©2026 Cheapflights