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$57+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Richmond, BC, Canada

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The best prices from San Francisco to Richmond are usually found in September or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$87
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$57
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$284
From San Francisco to Richmond
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1310:15 amSFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Thu 3/207:00 amYVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Deal found 2/21$87
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1510:15 amSFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/186:00 amYVR - SFO
1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:50 pmSFO - YVR
1 stop5h 45mWestJet
Sun 5/183:30 pmYVR - SFO
1 stop5h 55mWestJet
Deal found 2/21$165
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/810:35 pmSFO - YVR
1 stop16h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/96:30 pmYVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$189
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:42 amSFO - YVR
1 stop11h 36mLufthansa
Thu 4/37:00 amYVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 27mLufthansa
Deal found 2/21$199
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:10 pmSFO - YVR
1 stop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/81:25 pmYVR - SFO
2 stops7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$233
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/48:41 amSFO - YVR
1 stop6h 23mAir Canada
Tue 3/111:10 pmYVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 3/56:10 amSFO - YVR
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Fri 3/73:43 pmYVR - SFO
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 2/21$261

Find flights from San Francisco to Richmond within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Richmond 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 February 22, 2025.

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San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

10:15 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 3/20

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$87

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

10:15 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 6/18

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$123

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

12:50 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 5/18

3:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$165

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

10:35 pm-3:09 pm

1 stop16h 34m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/9

6:30 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$189

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

6:42 am-6:18 pm

1 stop11h 36m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/3

7:00 am-9:27 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$199

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

6:10 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 4/8

1:25 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops7h 56m

$233

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

8:41 am-3:04 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 3/8

1:10 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$241

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

6:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 3/7

3:43 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$261

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

10:15 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$57

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

10:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 31m

$59

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Richmond

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Richmond. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Richmond, you should look to book at least 49 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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond (average of $258). Flying from San Francisco to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 SFO to R1C?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Richmond, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Richmond?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Richmond. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Richmond

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Richmond. 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to R1C are scheduled on a Wednesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Rainfall in Richmond by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Richmond ranges from 1.4 - 7.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in Richmond by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, 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 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Richmond, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and SWISS. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond. You should not have trouble finding flights to Richmond from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 25 outbound flights to Richmond per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Richmond. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Flair Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $57. WestJet flights start at $69 while deals on SWISS start at $78 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Richmond?

    Before booking your flight to Richmond from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (100%), Flair Airlines (92%), ANA( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

    On average you can expect to pay $876 for a flight from San Francisco to Richmond. The cheapest flight overall is $22 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Vancouver Intl) is currently priced at $83.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Richmond 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 San Francisco to Richmond?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond (average of $258). Flying from San Francisco to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Richmond

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Richmond. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapest$79Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$92Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$121Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$129Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CitizenPlaneCheapest$163Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$231Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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