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$49 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from O'Hare Intl to Richmond departing on 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$105
Overall average: $384
Spirit Airlines
Wed 1/7Fri 1/9
ORD - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$271
Typical prices: $314-$732
United Airlines
Thu 1/15Sun 1/18
ORD - RIC • Non-stop
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American's Basic Economy is budget-friendly with carry-on.
United's Priority Boarding secures overhead bin space.
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Richmond (ORD-RIC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl to Richmond that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Richmond

Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
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5:00 am - 7:30 pm
ORD
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RIC
13h 30m1 stop
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8:20 am - 9:03 pm
RIC
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ORD
13h 43m1 stop
$105Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
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5:00 am - 7:30 pm
ORD
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RIC
13h 30m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 9:03 pm
RIC
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ORD
13h 43m1 stop
$111Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
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7:30 am - 7:30 pm
ORD
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RIC
11h 00m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 9:03 pm
RIC
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ORD
13h 43m1 stop
$112Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 22
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7:20 am - 8:00 pm
ORD
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RIC
11h 40m1 stop
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8:20 am - 10:36 pm
RIC
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ORD
15h 16m1 stop
$132Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 22
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1:13 pm - 10:04 pm
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RIC
7h 51m1 stop
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8:20 am - 10:36 pm
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ORD
15h 16m1 stop
$133Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 23
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7:20 am - 8:00 pm
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RIC
11h 40m1 stop
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8:20 am - 7:38 pm
RIC
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ORD
12h 18m1 stop
$137Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
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5:00 am - 5:09 pm
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RIC
11h 09m2 stops
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8:20 am - 9:03 pm
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13h 43m1 stop
$140Spirit Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 23
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1:13 pm - 10:04 pm
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RIC
7h 51m1 stop
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8:20 am - 7:38 pm
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12h 18m1 stop
$141Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
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5:00 am - 5:09 pm
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RIC
11h 09m2 stops
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8:20 am - 9:03 pm
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13h 43m1 stop
$147Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
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5:15 am - 10:04 pm
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RIC
15h 49m1 stop
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8:20 am - 8:57 pm
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13h 37m1 stop
$149Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Richmond flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Richmond to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Richmond back to Chicago O'Hare Airport, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond is August, where tickets cost $294 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $497 and $421 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $369 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 55% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Richmond

 
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American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for budget travel with carry-on only; compare total costs with Main Cabin.


Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding (Group 5) and complimentary drinks, ideal for quick trips.

United Airlines

United First provides ample legroom, up to seven inches more than economy, enhancing comfort.


Purchase Priority Boarding for Zone 2 access, ensuring overhead bin space for carry-ons.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$49
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Richmond based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond was $49 for a one-way ticket and $105 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Richmond?

    A passport is not required to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Richmond, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Richmond, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Richmond are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $405 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $368 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Richmond from Chicago O'Hare Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Richmond with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and RIC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Richmond from Chicago O'Hare Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $257 or less one-way and $350 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Richmond?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Richmond Byrd Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Richmond Byrd Intl

Monday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Richmond Byrd Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from O'Hare Intl to Richmond

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Richmond. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from O'Hare Intl to Richmond? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9095 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
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After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

8.0 Excellentt, Dec 2025
ORD - RSW
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After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Always wish for more healthy, gluten free options. We have to bring our own.

Having a long layover, I was very appreciative of the ability to stand by for an earlier flight. Other airlines like Delta have refused this to me in the past, just to be mean (because my ticket class wasn't high enough). United went out of their way to help me get to my destination early, which I really appreciated given that it was the third leg of a 24+ hour journey for me.

Other than a way way too cold cabinets for the entire flight, all was great

One bag is incorrect and not acceptable for an international flight. The food was not just good. I won't fly with them again.

Excellent flight. Smooth, efficient boarding. Quick flight. Arrived early at STL.

I will never book a flight through Cheap fare. They booked me from Portland Main . And would not give me a refund, so I bought 2 tickets one for 299. From Portland Main to ORD. Then I had to buy a ticket from Oregon PDX to ORD that was another 440. So Just so you know they even told me it was there fault but no refund. Bad bussniess. I did inform United but they said they couldn't help me due to the fact I booked through Cheap Tickets. Never again. And I'm spreding the word. I let everyone know at my 50th class reunion

Crew and customer service were excellent. This flight also had plenty of leg room and seat mounted screens for entertainment. A very pleasant flight all around!

It would have been better if the crew has supported my husband's reasons for needing to keep the space clear around his feet, rather than insisting that he put his knapsack in that space.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

The plane was late, when we did board the plane was as cold as a freezer. I was freezing the entire flight, no blankets. Lost miserable flight I’ve ever had.

3 hour weather delay followed by 1 hour (and counting) maintenance delay. UGH!

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

After a two hour delay, my flight was CANCELLED! No pilot available. Such BS.

Amazing food, great staff, with one noticable detail missing ...but no seat entertainment in any of aircraft ...I am not a fan

I wish American Airlines would change the airline industry by loading the plane back to front instead of front to back. Planes would board so much more smoothly and quickly.

I have long legs, my foot was out in the aisle and when a flight attendant came walking by and I didn't notice, instead of saying "excuse me" or anything like that, she kicked my foot. Extremely rude

Excellent! The gate agents were kind enough to rebook me on an earlier flight saving me from a 6 hour layover. Even my luggage made it despite the fact that the connection was technically too narrow. The flight itself was very comfortable, roomy, and clean. Plenty of space for my carryon items with plugs to charge my phone. After a long international flight of 14 hours, this was an excellent way to end my travels!

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

Horrible. Arrived at my gate at 6:37 for a 6:50 flight and was denied by staff to board. Literally watched my flight leave from the window and it didn’t take off until after 7am. Tried to talk to staff and they were rude beyond compare. Will never fly with this airline again.

Our flight got rescheduled 48 hours later, the airline didn’t pay a penny for our expenses.

We had to sit and wait for almost an hour after landing and taxiing to the gate. The jet bridge was broken so we just waited and waited and waited and it was inconvenient, hot, and unnecessary.

Flight was in time, very smooth ride and surprisingly lots of legroom in the cabin so I certainly will fly with spirit again

The seats are the most uncomfortable seats I’ve ever sat in. Don’t believe I’ll ever fly spirit again!!

Flight was canceled and instead of rescheduling at the gate we had to go out to the ticket counter. Unruly kids kicking the back of my rows chair with staff to inattentive to say something.

Customer feedback I sent to Spirited today: “I will never fly Spirit Airlines again and will work hard to convince my friends and family to boycott/avoid Spirit Airlines at all costs. I booked three seats for me and my 8 and 10 year old children on NK 1222 from Orlando to Kansas City for 12/7/25 leaving Orlando at 10:37AM. This itinerary was abandoned by Spirit and we were rebooked onto Spirit flight NK 213 leaving at 9:06PM without any notice. Then the nightmare really began. Flight 213 was delayed a total of 12 times, finally leaving at 6:35AM the following day. The gate was changed 5 times and our electronic boarding passes were invalidated at midnight. The worst part was that the 12 separate delays were incremental making it impossible to plan for accommodations for my family. My kids missed a day of school and barely slept under the harsh lights with lots of noise on the filthy airport floor. The customer service agent at Spirit Airlines told us we would be emailed a voucher for a hotel which never happened. I asked about it multiple times and it never arrived in my email inbox. This whole unfortunate situation could’ve been avoided if spirit had taken a realistic approach and delayed the flight from 9 PM until 6 AM from the beginning. My son gleefully deleted the Spirit app from my phone once we landed and we will never fly with Spirit again.”

Honestly horrible. The plane on the way back was delayed 6 times with no explanation on why. When I asked for a refund or some money back because I had to miss a day of work because of the desk, they told me no. Because of how poorly it was handled I will most likely never take spirit again

Cancelled my flight and the earliest that they are willing give me for the next flight which was 3 days later on a weekday. Only accommodation they are willing to give was $30 airline credit that will expire in 1 year

Flight was canceled, huge lines to get baggage returned. Most other airlines had delays but not widespread cancellations like Spirit.

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