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$152+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Charlotte (RIC - CLT)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CLT
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Charlotte Douglas are usually found in September or October, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Charlotte

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Charlotte (CLT). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$152
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$440

Good round-trip deal

$315 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/144:58 pmRIC - CLT
1 stop22h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/199:02 pmCLT - RIC
1 stop23h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:12 pmRIC - CLT
Nonstop1h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/38:47 pmCLT - RIC
1 stop13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/26:30 amRIC - CLT
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Tue 6/37:00 amCLT - RIC
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2410:00 amRIC - CLT
1 stop3h 40mDelta
Sun 5/257:59 pmCLT - RIC
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/28$349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/74:58 pmRIC - CLT
1 stop22h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/85:52 pmCLT - RIC
2 stops14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/27:59 pmRIC - CLT
1 stop3h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/46:00 amCLT - RIC
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$491

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Charlotte 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Charlotte that are best for you.

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RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/12

6:38 pm-10:28 am

1 stop15h 50m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 5/13

4:46 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$201

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/3

6:12 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/3

8:47 pm-9:50 am

1 stop13h 03m

$258

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/31

5:40 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 6/2

7:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop3h 00m

$334

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/30

12:42 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/31

7:59 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 27m

$349

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/7

4:58 pm-3:51 pm

1 stop22h 53m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/8

5:52 pm-8:07 am

2 stops14h 15m

$353

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/12

7:59 pm-9:45 am

1 stop13h 46m

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/16

10:24 am-9:37 am

1 stop23h 13m

$557

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/28

7:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

$152

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/28

4:35 pm-8:18 am

1 stop15h 43m

$188

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/2

9:09 pm-9:36 am

1 stop12h 27m

$265

RichmondCharlotte

RIC - CLT

RICCLT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/12

6:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$318

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Charlotte

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Charlotte in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Charlotte flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Charlotte flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Charlotte flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Charlotte flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Charlotte flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Charlotte

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charlotte from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Charlotte

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Richmond to Charlotte. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Charlotte?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Richmond to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to CLT?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Charlotte. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Charlotte in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Charlotte flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to Charlotte

Explore weekly flight availability from Richmond to Charlotte. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

The most flights from RIC to CLT are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Charlotte by month

Plan your trip to Charlotte by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Charlotte ranges from 3.0 - 4.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Charlotte when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in Charlotte by month

Plan your trip to Charlotte by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Charlotte, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Charlotte

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charlotte. 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 Charlotte. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Richmond to Charlotte, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Richmond to Charlotte?

    To fly from Richmond to Charlotte, you need to book a flight from Byrd Intl (RIC) to Douglas (CLT). Nonstop flights to Charlotte Douglas from Richmond Byrd Intl take 3h 15m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 6 outbound flights from Byrd Intl to Douglas offered by 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Charlotte round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Charlotte is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $211 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $258 and $321 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Charlotte one-way?

    $152 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $188 and $293, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Charlotte?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $108. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Charlotte Douglas) can be booked for $197 on average our data indicates $751 when flying from Richmond to Charlotte.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Charlotte?

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Charlotte?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Richmond to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Charlotte

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Charlotte. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$115Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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