Private charter between Chicago and Richmond starts at US$12,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Chicago (ORD) to Richmond (RIC) and Richmond to Chicago — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Chicago to Richmond is roughly 1,032 kilometres — 641 miles, or 557 nautical miles.
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Expect US$12,000 – US$34,500 for a one-way charter between Chicago and Richmond, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 41m | 1h 31m – 1h 51m | US$24,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 41m | US$24,500 – US$34,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 40m | US$27,000 – US$38,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 37m | US$29,500 – US$41,500 | 8-10 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Chicago, United States: Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Dupage Airport, Chicago Executive Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Gary/Chicago International Airport and Lewis University Airport.
Richmond, United States: Richmond International Airport, Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport, Hanover County Municipal Airport, Dinwiddie County Airport and Middle Peninsula Regional Airport.
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Richmond International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KORD / ORD | KRIC / RIC |
| Longest hard runway | 13,000 ft | 9,003 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 680 ft | 167 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Chicago to Richmond can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Chicago O'Hare International Airport has 13,000 ft and Richmond International Airport 9,003 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,032 km.
Alternates within range: Dupage Airport (7,571 ft, 30 km) · Chicago Executive Airport (5,001 ft, 15 km) · Chicago Midway International Airport (6,522 ft, 25 km) · Gary/Chicago International Airport (8,859 ft, 57 km) · Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport (5,500 ft, 21 km) · Hanover County Municipal Airport (5,402 ft, 25 km) · Dinwiddie County Airport (5,002 ft, 39 km) · Middle Peninsula Regional Airport (5,000 ft, 49 km)
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$12,000 – US$34,500 range for Chicago–Richmond, confirmed once we check live availability.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Travel Chicago–Richmond with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Demand on Chicago–Richmond comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$12,000 – US$34,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 41m gate to gate over 1,032 km (641 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Chicago–Richmond departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Richmond to Chicago runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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