Direct flights from Richmond to Chicago
62 nonstop flights a week on 2 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from RIC to ORD.
Flight time: about 1h38m nonstop
Flying back? Chicago → Richmond · 55 nonstop flights a week
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Richmond local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL224 | 6:20a | 1h36m | Daily |
| American AAL2569 | 7:14a | 1h48m | Mon |
| American AAL2569 | 7:47a | 1h48m | Tue–Sat |
| GoJet GJS4452 | 8:15a | 1h27m | Daily |
| American AAL1242 | 8:31a | 1h49m | Sun |
| GoJet GJS4440 | 10:38a | 1h41m | Sat |
| Republic Airways RPA3640 | 10:38a | 1h30m | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
| American AAL1570 | 11:46a | 1h48m | Mon–Sat |
| American AAL2737 | 12:37p | 1h41m | Sun |
| GoJet GJS4606 | 1:00p | 1h37m | Daily |
| American ENY3442 | 5:24p | 1h38m | Mon–Sat |
| Republic Airways RPA3693 | 5:37p | 1h27m | Daily |
| SkyWest SKW6249 | 8:16p | 1h36m | Mon–Sat |
| SkyWest SKW6249 | 8:27p | 1h36m | Sun |
American
UnitedOther airports near Richmond with nonstops to Chicago
| Airport | Distance | Flights / wk |
|---|---|---|
| ORF — NorfolkAmerican, United | 75 mi | 42 |
| CHO — CharlottesvilleUnited | 76 mi | 21 |
| DCA — Washington Reagan NationalAmerican, United | 94 mi | 166 |
| IAD — Washington DullesUnited | 100 mi | 52 |
| BWI — BaltimoreAmerican, Frontier, United | 121 mi | 65 |
The route
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Nonstop from Richmond (RIC) to Chicago (ORD)
Richmond International Airport (RIC) has 62 nonstop flights a week to Chicago (ORD), operated by American and United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of RIC and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Richmond to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from Richmond (RIC) to Chicago (ORD) takes about 1h38m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Chicago?
Driving from Richmond to Chicago takes about 12h 11m, covering roughly 800 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h38m.
Is there a nonstop return flight from Chicago to Richmond?
Yes — 55 nonstop flights a week from Chicago (ORD) back to Richmond (RIC) on American and United, based on recently observed departures.