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$100+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to District of Columbia

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RIC — IAD
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to District of Columbia

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$219
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$100
(JetBlue)

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$576 or less

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$251 or less
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2510:45 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/278:35 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 5/46:00 amRIC - DCA
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/136:00 amDCA - RIC
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 5/136:00 amRIC - IAD
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/169:42 pmIAD - RIC
2 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$293
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:00 amRIC - DCA
1 stop4h 04mJetBlue
Mon 4/73:45 pmDCA - RIC
1 stop7h 16mJetBlue
Deal found 3/23$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/265:00 amRIC - DCA
2 stops6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/2710:13 amDCA - RIC
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$749
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Fri 3/288:12 pmRIC - IAD
1 stop12h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/306:27 amIAD - RIC
1 stop17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/22$769

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RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 4/25

10:45 am-11:44 am

Nonstop0h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/27

8:35 am-9:32 am

Nonstop0h 57m

$219

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

$259

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-11:20 am

3 stops29h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/16

9:42 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops19h 54m

$293

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-10:04 am

1 stop4h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/7

3:45 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$314

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/26

5:00 am-11:33 am

2 stops6h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/27

10:13 am-7:13 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$749

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 4/20

11:07 am-4:22 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/27

2:12 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop3h 13m

$903

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

$100

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-11:04 am

2 stops29h 04m

$121

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/12

1:05 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$166

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/29

6:32 pm-7:16 am

2 stops12h 44m

$204

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Richmond to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond to District of Columbia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Richmond to District of Columbia. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from RIC to USDC are scheduled on a Friday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Richmond to District of Columbia, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, JetBlue and American 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
348 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to District of Columbia from Richmond, you will be flying from Byrd Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is located 6.9 mi from the center of Richmond.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Richmond to District of Columbia are JetBlue ($100), Sun Country Air ($166), and United Airlines ($204).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond to District of Columbia?

    Consider Air Canada (90%), GoJet (87%) or Austrian Airlines (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Richmond to District of Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to District of Columbia?

    While on average a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia is generally $1,836, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $145. When looking at the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $219 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Richmond to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 District of Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to District of Columbia. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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