Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Richmond (RIC) from $61

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WAS — RIC
Jun 12 — Jun 191

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 June 7, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Round-trip from

$276

One-way from

$132
High demand for flights, 38% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 40% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Richmond Byrd Intl
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Richmond Byrd Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 66% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia?

July is one of the best times of the year to fly to Richmond, Virginia from Washington, D.C.. Prices for July average $262 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $153. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a July flight can save you 60% on your journey compared to booking in June

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to RIC?

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Richmond flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington, D.C. to Richmond specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Richmond in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 7/412:50 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1110:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$159
Thu 7/46:00 amIAD - RIC
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1110:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$169
Fri 6/2110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2412:26 pmRIC - BWI
2 stops29h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$205
Fri 6/2110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/246:37 pmRIC - BWI
3 stops29h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$209
Mon 7/110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/812:26 pmRIC - BWI
1 stop20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$210
Sat 6/2910:20 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/3010:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$220
Fri 6/2110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2412:26 pmRIC - BWI
1 stop12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$223
Sat 7/66:00 amIAD - RIC
1 stop3h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/138:15 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$229
Fri 7/56:00 amIAD - RIC
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/278:15 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$230

Washington, D.C. to Richmond 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington, D.C. and Richmond in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Richmond in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 7/412:50 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1110:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$159
Thu 7/46:00 amIAD - RIC
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1110:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$169
Fri 6/2110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2412:26 pmRIC - BWI
2 stops29h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$205
Fri 6/2110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/246:37 pmRIC - BWI
3 stops29h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$209
Mon 7/110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/812:26 pmRIC - BWI
1 stop20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$210
Sat 6/2910:20 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/3010:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$220
Fri 6/2110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2412:26 pmRIC - BWI
1 stop12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$223
Sat 7/66:00 amIAD - RIC
1 stop3h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/138:15 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$229
Fri 7/56:00 amIAD - RIC
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/278:15 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$230

Washington, D.C. to Richmond flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington, D.C. to Richmond for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Washington, D.C. to Richmond. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sat 6/158:33 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop12h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/3010:08 amRIC - BWI
2 stops21h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$288
Sat 6/1512:50 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/3010:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$299
Mon 6/175:45 amBWI - RIC
1 stop5h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/178:29 pmRIC - BWI
2 stops28h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$311
Sat 6/158:33 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop12h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/3010:08 amRIC - BWI
1 stop10h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$322
Sat 6/156:10 pmBWI - RIC
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/3010:08 amRIC - BWI
2 stops21h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$325
Mon 6/175:45 amBWI - RIC
1 stop5h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/178:29 pmRIC - BWI
3 stops28h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$332
Sat 6/1512:50 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/1610:30 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$349
Sat 6/158:33 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop12h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/1611:20 amRIC - BWI
1 stop21h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$364
Sat 6/158:25 amIAD - RIC
3 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/309:34 pmRIC - IAD
3 stops18h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$401

One-way flights to Richmond from Washington, D.C.

Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Richmond. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. For those needing a return trip from Washington, D.C., there is a search form available above.
Wed 9/46:30 amBWI - RIC
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$61
Wed 6/2612:00 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop5h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$71
Tue 7/166:46 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$74
Wed 6/266:30 amBWI - RIC
2 stops26h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$81
Fri 7/510:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$82
Fri 6/2110:45 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/7$90
Sat 7/131:54 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop6h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$94
Wed 6/266:30 amBWI - RIC
3 stops26h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$103
Wed 6/128:18 amBWI - RIC
2 stops25h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$129

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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$159 - $311

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Price

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlRichmond Byrd Intl

IAD - RIC

IADRIC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/4

Nonstop1h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/11

Nonstop0h 59m

$159

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlRichmond Byrd Intl

IAD - RIC

IADRIC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/4

1 stop3h 52m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/11

Nonstop0h 59m

$169

Baltimore/WashingtonRichmond Byrd Intl

BWI - RIC

BWIRIC

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/21

1 stop10h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/24

2 stops29h 10m

$205

Baltimore/WashingtonRichmond Byrd Intl

BWI - RIC

BWIRIC

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/21

1 stop10h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/24

3 stops29h 32m

$209

Baltimore/WashingtonRichmond Byrd Intl

BWI - RIC

BWIRIC

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 7/1

1 stop10h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/8

1 stop20h 54m

$210

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlRichmond Byrd Intl

IAD - RIC

IADRIC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/29

Nonstop1h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/30

Nonstop1h 00m

$220

Baltimore/WashingtonRichmond Byrd Intl

BWI - RIC

BWIRIC

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/21

1 stop10h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/24

1 stop12h 19m

$223

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlRichmond Byrd Intl

IAD - RIC

IADRIC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/6

1 stop3h 53m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/13

Nonstop1h 03m

$229

Baltimore/WashingtonRichmond Byrd Intl

BWI - RIC

BWIRIC

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/17

1 stop5h 51m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/17

2 stops28h 16m

$311

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Richmond. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Richmond

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Temperature and rainfall in Richmond by month

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

RIC

Temperature

37.4 - 78.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, Virginia, 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 June 7, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Richmond. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.6
Good
4,307 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Haven’t been on a JetBlue flight in years that was on time.

7.6
Good
4,307 reviews
7.6
Good
4,307 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Haven’t been on a JetBlue flight in years that was on time.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
7.6
Good
4,307 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Haven’t been on a JetBlue flight in years that was on time.

7.3
Good
14,226 reviews
7.6
Good
4,307 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Haven’t been on a JetBlue flight in years that was on time.

7.2
Good
590 reviews
7.6
Good
4,307 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Haven’t been on a JetBlue flight in years that was on time.

6.4
Okay
8,569 reviews
7.6
Good
4,307 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Haven’t been on a JetBlue flight in years that was on time.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Richmond from Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly into Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) if they book a flight to Richmond from Washington, D.C.. On average, Byrd Intl has 9 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 1 airline. Richmond Byrd Intl is conveniently located just 6.9 mi from Richmond’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $159, but on average you can expect to pay $252.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 18 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia is less than $378.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($159), and Spirit Airlines ($205) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia. United Airlines is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $61. JetBlue flights start at $132 while deals on Sun Country Air start at $138 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia are Mesa Airlines (98%), CommutAir (97%) and United Airlines (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia? While on average our users pay $322, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $196. The most popular route (Baltimore/Washington - Richmond Byrd Intl), is priced around $132.

  • What does IAD to RIC mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a IAD to RIC flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Richmond flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Richmond flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Richmond offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Richmond?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Richmond flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Richmond, Virginia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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Hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Richmond

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Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Richmond

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