Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago one hour behind Richmond.
Choose from 62 weekly Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:31.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your RIC to ORD flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Chicago (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport offered by this popular airline.
American Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 76.11% of services landing as planned, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering RIC to ORD flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between RIC and ORD:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ج.م. 2,647 is currently the best price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 6,280. These fares may change depending on availability.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RIC to ORD.
The cheapest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to RIC:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you're catching a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to O'Hare International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RIC to ORD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
