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$71+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Philadelphia (RIC - PHL)

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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — PHL
mar. 4 — mar. 111
mar. 3/4
mar. 3/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 febrero 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$71
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$504

Good round-trip deal

$442 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 27, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
mar. 4/86:00 amRIC - PHL
1 stop10h 03mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/87:40 pmPHL - RIC
1 stop28h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/25$161
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
mié. 4/95:15 amRIC - PHL
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/167:00 amPHL - RIC
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
mié. 4/98:08 amRIC - PHL
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/911:07 amPHL - RIC
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/26$210
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
sáb. 3/2211:22 amRIC - PHL
1 stop6h 02mJetBlue
sáb. 3/296:00 amPHL - RIC
1 stop4h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 2/26$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
mié. 4/1610:45 amRIC - PHL
2 stops10h 54mUnited Airlines
jue. 4/176:41 amPHL - RIC
1 stop14h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/26$464

Find flights from Richmond to Philadelphia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Philadelphia 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 febrero 27, 2025.

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RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 4/8

6:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Philadelphia

mar. 4/8

7:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$161

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 4/9

5:15 am-3:28 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Philadelphia

mié. 4/16

7:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$187

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 4/9

8:08 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 09m

Philadelphia

mié. 4/9

11:07 am-9:57 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$210

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 3/22

11:22 am-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Philadelphia

sáb. 3/29

6:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop4h 49m

$280

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 4/16

10:45 am-9:39 pm

2 stops10h 54m

Philadelphia

jue. 4/17

6:41 am-9:10 pm

1 stop14h 29m

$464

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 3/18

4:41 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$71

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 3/25

11:52 am-5:24 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$108

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 3/15

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$150

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 4/29

5:40 am-6:18 pm

1 stop12h 38m

$195

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 4/26

11:46 am-10:08 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$205

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Philadelphia in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Philadelphia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Richmond to Philadelphia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Richmond to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 27, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 53% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on February 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Richmond to Philadelphia. 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 febrero 27, 2025.

The most flights from RIC to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated febrero 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, JetBlue and United Airlines from Richmond to Philadelphia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,035 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,723 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia?

    You will need to book a flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Philadelphia if you want to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Byrd Intl (RIC) to Philadelphia (PHL) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to Philadelphia from the Richmond airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from RIC to PHL to be around 1h 04m.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Philadelphia flight route?

    Flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Philadelphia have been viewed 21 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Philadelphia is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $161 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and JetBlue, starting at $210 and $280 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Richmond to Philadelphia are Spirit Airlines ($71), JetBlue ($108), and Delta ($195).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond to Philadelphia?

    Consider British Airways (83%), Alaska Airlines (71%) or Piedmont Airlines (65%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Richmond to Philadelphia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest flight price from Richmond to Philadelphia is $123. On average you can expect to pay $1,099. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $161.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Richmond to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Philadelphia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Philadelphia. 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 febrero 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$174Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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