Traveling from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC). Explore your options for setting off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight.
The timezone in Richmond is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located in Richmond.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 8:31pm. Go for the first ORD to RIC departure operated by United Airlines at 7:15am if you'd rather get a move on.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Chicago to RIC.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can hop on a direct flight from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
United Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) departing from ORD.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between ORD and RIC is United Airlines.
With 70.0% of services arriving as planned, United Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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74.85% of flights that leave from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking to fly out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) flight tickets can be booked from here.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to RIC are available with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the go-to airline for bookings on the MDW to RIC route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying from Chicago Midway International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), with 79.66% of its services arriving as planned.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometers from central Chicago. Driving from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations as expected. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Reserve a hotel near RIC if you have a late flight from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Richmond and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight.
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
Central Richmond is roughly 11 kilometers from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
It'll take around 2 hours 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is AED 159. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 348. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Chicago to RIC, book your flight ticket five months before your departure date.
Organize your trip for October. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Richmond. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Chicago to RIC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Richmond
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Richmond:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Richmond when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia followed by Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Richmond, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 209 kilometers north to Baltimore to check off its leading sights. From Baltimore Aquarium to National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, head for Washington DC, roughly 161 kilometers north of Richmond. Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House are among its highlights.
