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$80+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Richmond (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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RIC
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$132
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$80
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$356
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 5/98:11 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop24h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/126:00 amRIC - CMH
1 stop26h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$132
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/128:10 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/1412:52 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 5/246:19 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Mon 5/266:05 amRIC - CMH
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 3/24$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/186:35 amCMH - RIC
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Sun 4/206:50 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/19:00 amCMH - RIC
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/56:18 amRIC - CMH
1 stop3h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$429
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 3/276:30 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/3012:16 pmRIC - CMH
3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$647
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:07 pmCMH - RIC
3 stops19h 32mBreeze Airways
Mon 5/268:26 pmRIC - CMH
2 stops16h 13mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/24$1,109

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond that are best for you.

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Price

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Fri 5/9

8:11 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/12

6:00 am-8:50 am

1 stop26h 50m

$132

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Mon 5/12

8:10 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 05m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/14

12:52 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$217

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sat 5/24

6:19 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 12m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/26

6:05 am-9:51 am

1 stop3h 46m

$227

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Fri 4/18

6:35 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 4/20

6:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$237

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Tue 4/1

9:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/5

6:18 am-9:44 am

1 stop3h 26m

$429

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-9:04 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-4:01 pm

3 stops34h 01m

$700

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sat 5/24

1:07 pm-8:39 am

3 stops19h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/26

8:26 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops16h 13m

$1,109

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Mon 5/5

6:21 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop25h 53m

$80

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Deals found on 3/25

Compare providers for flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Richmond in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Columbus Airport-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Richmond

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Richmond

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 March 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to Richmond is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

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 March 26, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    For a flight from Columbus to Richmond, you will be flying into Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city. Byrd Intl is the only Richmond airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 5 airlines have flights to Richmond Byrd Intl from Columbus on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $132, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Columbus Airport to Richmond and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $217 and $227, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Richmond for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Richmond are Spirit Airlines ($80), American Airlines ($119), and Southwest ($154).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Richmond?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$292Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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