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Cheap flights from Richmond to San Diego (RIC - SAN) from $72

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RIC — SAN
May 6 — May 131
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to San Diego are usually found in October or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2024.

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$288

One-way from

$193
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 30%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

To save up to 102% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 55 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego from $609 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $634 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to San Diego from Richmond, Virginia average $537. You can even find prices in October for less than $537, as users have found deals to San Diego from as low as $186. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Diego from Richmond, Virginia. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 27%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego (RIC - SAN)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Richmond to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Richmond and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Consider these cheap Spirit Airlines flights we've found departing from Richmond to San Diego. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops23h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$154
Tue 5/219:09 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/288:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$161
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
2 stops34h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops23h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$173
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
2 stops23h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops21h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$190
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
3 stops35h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops21h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$193
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/38:59 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$196
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
3 stops35h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
3 stops30h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$197
Tue 5/219:09 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/289:12 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$199
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/311:13 amSAN - RIC
3 stops30h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$202

Cheap American Airlines flights from Richmond to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Richmond and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've found from Richmond to San Diego. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 8/214:34 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2711:30 amSAN - RIC
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$322
Wed 7/315:00 amRIC - SAN
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/1110:36 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$346
Fri 5/316:10 amRIC - SAN
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/411:54 amSAN - RIC
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$363
Fri 9/611:08 amRIC - SAN
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/810:10 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$365
Sat 6/13:16 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/810:57 amSAN - RIC
1 stop9h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$384
Tue 5/215:01 amRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/289:20 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$410
Tue 5/215:01 amRIC - SAN
2 stops9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/289:20 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$415
Fri 5/244:30 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/2710:31 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$463
Wed 5/83:16 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1110:31 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$798

Cheap Richmond to San Diego flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Richmond to San Diego specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 1, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Richmond to San Diego in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops23h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$154
Tue 5/219:09 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/288:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$161
Tue 5/215:35 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/288:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$162
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
2 stops34h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops23h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$173
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
2 stops23h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops21h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$190
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
3 stops35h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops21h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$193
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/38:59 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$196
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
3 stops35h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
3 stops30h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$197
Tue 5/219:09 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/289:12 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$199

Richmond to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Richmond and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Richmond to San Diego in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops23h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$154
Tue 5/219:09 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/288:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$161
Tue 5/215:35 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/288:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$162
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
2 stops34h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops23h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$173
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
2 stops23h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops21h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$190
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
3 stops35h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
2 stops21h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$193
Fri 5/316:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/38:59 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$196
Tue 5/2811:41 amRIC - SAN
3 stops35h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/48:41 amSAN - RIC
3 stops30h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$197
Tue 5/219:09 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/289:12 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$199

Richmond to San Diego flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Richmond to San Diego for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Richmond to San Diego. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sat 5/116:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop15h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/175:35 pmSAN - RIC
2 stops23h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$216
Fri 5/106:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop29h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/138:26 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops33h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$237
Sat 5/116:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop15h 47mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/177:58 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops21h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$238
Wed 5/810:03 amRIC - SAN
3 stops26h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/127:58 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$258
Fri 5/106:30 amRIC - SAN
2 stops27h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/138:26 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops33h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$265
Fri 5/106:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop29h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/138:59 amSAN - RIC
2 stops32h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$276
Wed 5/810:03 amRIC - SAN
3 stops26h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1111:10 amSAN - RIC
2 stops19h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$277
Fri 5/106:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop29h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/138:26 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop16h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$279
Fri 5/106:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop29h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/138:26 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops33h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$284

One-way flights to San Diego from Richmond

Search for one-way flight options from Richmond to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Richmond to San Diego. Users needing a return flight from Richmond to San Diego should utilize the search form above.
Sat 5/186:30 amRIC - SAN
1 stop15h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$72
Tue 7/235:35 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$119
Sat 5/1810:03 amRIC - SAN
2 stops12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$129
Mon 7/226:20 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$144
Sat 5/1812:23 pmRIC - SAN
3 stops23h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$146
Tue 7/235:35 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$151
Wed 9/251:22 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$157
Wed 7/247:33 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$168
Tue 7/236:03 pmRIC - SAN
3 stops30h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$174

Find flights from Richmond to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.

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$154 - $326

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Depart

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Price

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/31

1 stop13h 32m

San Diego

Tue 6/4

2 stops23h 37m

$154

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/21

2 stops17h 55m

San Diego

Tue 5/28

2 stops32h 23m

$161

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/21

1 stop9h 18m

San Diego

Tue 5/28

2 stops32h 23m

$162

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/31

2 stops34h 18m

San Diego

Tue 6/4

2 stops23h 37m

$173

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/28

2 stops23h 10m

San Diego

Tue 6/4

2 stops21h 37m

$190

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/31

1 stop13h 32m

San Diego

Mon 6/3

1 stop16h 14m

$206

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/11

1 stop15h 47m

San Diego

Fri 5/17

2 stops23h 29m

$216

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/21

2 stops8h 12m

San Diego

Tue 8/27

1 stop9h 29m

$322

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/28

1 stop7h 05m

San Diego

Tue 6/4

1 stop8h 06m

$326

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When is the best time to book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to San Diego. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond, Virginia to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Diego by month

Plan your trip from Richmond to San Diego by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Richmond to San Diego is currently $140 while a round-trip flight costs $212. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego (average of $288). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$292

February

$297

March

$339

April

$301

May

$304

June

$360

July

$359

August

$311

September

$298

October

$288

November

$335

December

$305

Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated May 1, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to San Diego, such as Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
75 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,788 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

Spirit Airlines
6.4
Okay
8,741 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $154, but on average you can expect to pay $202.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $154. This flight start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $72. Users have also found prices from $157 and $232 on American Airlines and Breeze Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or JetBlue when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego.

  • What does RIC to SAN mean?

    RIC stands for Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, while SAN stands for San Diego Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

    Flights departing from Richmond, Virginia and landing in San Diego layover in Charlotte most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame are currently the most popular points of interest in Charlotte at the moment. Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.2 mi, 5.8 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers can book a car rental at Charlotte Douglas for about $52 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Richmond, Virginia to San Diego flights?

    Flights departing from Richmond, Virginia and landing in San Diego layover in Las Vegas least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Richmond to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Richmond to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Richmond to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Richmond to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Richmond to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Richmond to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Richmond, Virginia to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Richmond, Virginia to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/30.

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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JetBlueCheapest$271Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$323Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$349Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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