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$129+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Richmond (RIC)

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LAX — RIC
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) to Richmond (RIC). 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 January 21, 2025.

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$278
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$129
(Mytrip)

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Average price

$377
From Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/49:11 amLAX - RIC
3 stops21h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/810:20 amRIC - LAX
3 stops32h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$278
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/49:11 amLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/1010:20 amRIC - LAX
2 stops13h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2912:56 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Tue 6/39:24 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop5h 47mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/19$301
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/911:25 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop10h 03mJetBlue
Thu 5/157:45 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop8h 55mJetBlue
Deal found 1/19$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/512:00 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Mon 3/104:24 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 1/21$317
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2911:59 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 45mSun Country Air
Fri 6/66:15 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop7h 29mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/19$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/111:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/147:00 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 2/1412:41 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/178:20 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/155:10 amLAX - RIC
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Mon 2/176:05 amRIC - LAX
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$373

Find flights from Irvine to Richmond within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 January 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

9:11 am-9:15 am

3 stops21h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/8

10:20 am-3:23 pm

3 stops32h 03m

$278

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

9:11 am-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/11

9:10 am-3:23 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$279

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

12:56 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 6/3

9:24 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

$301

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

11:25 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/15

7:45 pm-1:40 am

1 stop8h 55m

$305

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

12:15 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/4

4:32 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$317

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

11:59 pm-10:44 am

1 stop7h 45m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/6

6:15 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$335

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

9:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop7h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/1

5:26 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$342

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Fri 2/14

1:14 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/17

8:20 pm-1:20 am

1 stop8h 00m

$367

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Sat 2/15

5:10 am-4:20 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/17

6:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$373

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

3:50 pm-11:28 pm

3 stops28h 38m

$129

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Richmond

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Richmond

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Richmond. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Richmond is 53 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 Irvine to Richmond?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Irvine to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 IR9 to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 January 21, 2025.

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

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

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

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

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 2.8 - 4.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 2.8 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Southwest and Spirit Airlines from Irvine to Richmond. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
143 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,200 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 into for flights to Richmond from Irvine?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Irvine to Richmond. 7 airlines have flights to Byrd Intl from Irvine on a regular basis. Booking flights from Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Richmond flight route?

    Within the past month, 12 users have taken a look at flights from Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $129 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $153 and Delta from $159 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Richmond?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to Richmond? While on average our users pay $282, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $131. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl), is priced around $241.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Irvine to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 Irvine to Richmond

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$169Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$172Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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