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$179+ Cheap flights from Richmond, VA (RIC) to Columbus

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CMH
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Columbus are usually found in January or August, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Columbus (C01). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/136:33 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop6h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/159:11 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$179
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/43:12 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop6h 26mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/67:08 amCMH - RIC
1 stop7h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/183:32 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/256:00 amCMH - RIC
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/267:50 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop3h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/307:53 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop3h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/267:40 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Wed 1/16:00 amCMH - RIC
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/611:50 amRIC - CMH
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Tue 12/109:53 amCMH - RIC
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/21$386

Find flights from Richmond to Columbus within your budget

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RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/13

6:33 pm-12:35 am

1 stop6h 02m

Columbus

Sun 12/15

9:11 pm-8:41 am

1 stop11h 30m

$179

RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/4

3:12 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Columbus

Fri 12/6

7:08 am-2:54 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$187

RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/8

6:00 am-10:52 am

1 stop4h 52m

Columbus

Sat 2/15

6:00 am-9:58 am

1 stop3h 58m

$226

RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/8

6:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops13h 05m

Columbus

Sat 2/15

1:15 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$298

RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/6

11:50 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Columbus

Tue 12/10

9:53 am-3:09 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$386

RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/21

6:15 am-9:47 am

1 stop3h 32m

Columbus

Sat 12/28

6:05 am-9:42 am

1 stop3h 37m

$422

RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/25

10:49 am-7:18 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$213

RichmondColumbus

RIC - CMH

RICCMH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/25

8:30 pm-12:36 am

2 stops28h 06m

$300

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Columbus

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus is 45 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Columbus, such as Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest. 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
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,169 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to Columbus?

    Most people fly from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) if they book a flight from Richmond to Columbus. On average, Byrd Intl has 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day from 4 airlines. Richmond Byrd Intl is conveniently located just 6.9 mi from Richmond’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($187), American Airlines ($226), and Southwest ($298) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus. You may be able to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Columbus 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, Virginia to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 4 airlines flying from Richmond to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Columbus. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$207Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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