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$247+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to Richmond (OAK - RIC)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — RIC
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) 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 December 22, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
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Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$595
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/225:15 amOAK - RIC
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Sun 12/295:25 pmRIC - OAK
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$1,265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/229:25 pmOAK - RIC
3 stops16h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/296:22 pmRIC - OAK
3 stops26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,397

Find flights from Oakland to Richmond within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 December 22, 2024.

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OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Thu 1/9

11:37 am-12:19 pm

2 stops21h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/13

1:14 pm-11:46 am

2 stops25h 32m

$247

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Thu 1/9

7:42 am-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/13

1:14 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops13h 22m

$281

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Tue 5/20

10:45 pm-9:01 am

1 stop7h 16m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/24

3:10 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$296

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Sat 1/11

6:05 am-7:25 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/13

7:50 am-5:40 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$329

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Sat 1/4

5:30 am-8:37 am

3 stops24h 07m

$271

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Deals found on 12/21

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to Richmond in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 Oakland, California-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-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 Oakland, California-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 Oakland to Richmond

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to Richmond

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Richmond?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from Oakland, California to Richmond, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight at noon.

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 December 22, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,111 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Oakland to Richmond. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Richmond round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Oakland, California to Richmond is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $247 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $296 and $329 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Richmond?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Oakland, California 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to Richmond

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$170Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$293Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$384Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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