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$137+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Richmond (LAX - RIC)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIC
Mar 4 — Mar 111
Tue 3/4
Tue 3/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 February 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$137
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$423

Good round-trip deal

$280 or less

Good one-way deal

$146 or less
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This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/51:10 pmLAX - RIC
2 stops31h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/266:00 amRIC - LAX
1 stop30h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/26$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 4/229:30 pmLAX - RIC
3 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/279:24 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Mon 3/319:55 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/511:46 amRIC - LAX
1 stop11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/27$300
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Mon 3/248:38 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop11h 29mJetBlue
Wed 4/26:00 amRIC - LAX
1 stop12h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 2/27$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 4/126:20 amLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Thu 4/175:25 amRIC - LAX
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/27$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 3/266:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Tue 4/11:28 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 14mDelta
Deal found 2/27$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 3/2012:31 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Thu 4/38:56 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop5h 50mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/27$322
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 7/176:19 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop20h 04mSun Country Air
Mon 7/216:15 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop19h 23mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/27$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 3/1311:03 amLAX - RIC
1 stop9h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/208:00 amRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/27$413

Find flights from Los Angeles to Richmond within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 27, 2025.

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Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Fri 3/28

12:10 pm-11:48 pm

3 stops32h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/2

6:55 pm-9:58 am

1 stop18h 03m

$278

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

12:56 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/18

9:42 am-6:02 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$281

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

1:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

$287

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

10:55 pm-10:08 am

1 stop8h 13m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/5

11:46 am-8:01 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$300

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

12:31 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/3

8:56 am-11:46 am

Nonstop5h 50m

$301

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Mon 3/24

11:15 pm-10:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/25

8:19 pm-1:05 am

1 stop7h 46m

$308

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

8:38 pm-11:13 am

1 stop11h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/19

11:59 am-9:24 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$309

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Mon 3/24

11:50 pm-11:41 am

1 stop8h 51m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/2

10:03 am-2:52 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$313

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 7/17

6:19 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop20h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/21

6:15 pm-10:38 am

1 stop19h 23m

$390

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

8:01 am-9:25 am

2 stops22h 24m

$137

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Richmond

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Richmond in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Los Angeles-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Richmond 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 Los Angeles-Richmond 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 Los Angeles to Richmond

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Richmond

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Richmond. Price data was last updated on February 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Richmond may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 27, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Richmond in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Richmond?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Richmond flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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.

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 February 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Breeze Airways and Delta from Los Angeles to Richmond. 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
4,362 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,035 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,723 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,362 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Richmond flight route?

    The Los Angeles to Richmond Byrd Intl flight path was viewed by 12 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Richmond is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $278 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $287 and $300 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $137 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $155 and Delta from $157 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Richmond?

    On average you can expect to pay $265 for a flight from Los Angeles to Richmond. The cheapest flight overall is $64 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl) is currently priced at $215.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Richmond?

    Flights departing from Los Angeles and landing in Richmond layover in Charlotte most frequently. Los Angeles to Richmond flights stop in Atlanta the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    The majority of Charlotte visitors spend their time at Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can be visited by traveling about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 mi respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers can rent a car at Charlotte Douglas for an average daily rate of $44 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Atlanta?

    Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are currently the most popular points of interest in Atlanta at the moment. Those on a layover in Atlanta interested in visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or World of Coca-Cola can do so by traveling 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those landing in Atlanta looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $48 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Richmond flights?

    Of the flights from Los Angeles to Richmond that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Las Vegas.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Richmond?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Richmond

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$172Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$177Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$421Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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