Richmond to Chicago (RIC–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RIC–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 641 miles in approximately 2h 11m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, NH, NZ | 99 | 319, 739, CR5, CR7, E75L, E7W | 2h11-3h03 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, NH, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, JL, QR, RJ | 49 | CR7, E70, E75 | 2h22-2h44 | Oneworld | AS, JL, QR, RJ | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Richmond
| Metric | RIC→ORD | ORF→ORD | CHO→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RIC | – | 75 mi | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 7 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 241 | 173 | 54 |
| Flight time | 2h 11m | 2h 15m | 2h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RIC: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Richmond, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
RIC–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RIC to ORD
Richmond International Airport (RIC) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 241 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RIC to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RIC to ORD ranges from 2 hours 11 minutes to 3 hours 3 minutes. The route covers a distance of 641 miles (1,032 km). There are approximately 241 weekly flights outbound and 193 return, totaling 434 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ADW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Norfolk (ORF), Charlottesville (CHO) and Washington (DCA).