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$118+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SFO
janv. 26 — févr. 21
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Salinas are usually found in January or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Salinas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Salinas (S9N). 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 janvier 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$235
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(American Airlines)

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June

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January

Average price

$266
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Salinas
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janvier 21, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 2/216:15 amRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 25mUnited Airlines
lun. 2/2410:40 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$235
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 4/247:00 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
sam. 5/35:06 amSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$256
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.
sam. 8/301:25 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 33mJetBlue
mer. 9/36:00 amSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 1/19$266
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 8/317:04 amRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 34mDelta
lun. 9/86:00 amSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/19$277
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 5/178:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mBreeze Airways
mer. 5/2112:24 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 17mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/19$286
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 3/15:05 pmRIC - SFO
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
sam. 3/89:45 amSFO - RIC
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$336
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 7/246:15 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop16h 53mSun Country Air
jeu. 7/319:04 amSFO - RIC
1 stop29h 19mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/21$355

Find flights from Richmond to Salinas within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Salinas 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 janvier 21, 2025.

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RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

ven. 2/21

6:15 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 25m

San Francisco

lun. 2/24

10:40 pm-9:53 am

1 stop8h 13m

$235

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

jeu. 4/24

7:00 pm-12:31 am

1 stop8h 31m

San Francisco

sam. 5/3

5:06 am-5:46 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$256

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

jeu. 3/20

7:45 am-1:54 pm

1 stop9h 09m

San Francisco

mar. 4/1

8:25 am-11:01 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$266

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

ven. 2/21

4:32 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop10h 14m

San Francisco

lun. 2/24

11:15 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$277

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

sam. 5/17

8:30 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

mer. 5/21

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$286

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

sam. 3/1

5:05 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 35m

San Francisco

sam. 3/8

9:45 am-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$336

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

dim. 6/15

5:30 pm-8:08 am

1 stop17h 38m

San Francisco

dim. 6/22

11:59 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop14h 24m

$378

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

ven. 5/16

10:20 am-5:13 pm

3 stops33h 53m

San Francisco

dim. 5/18

6:09 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops23h 39m

$572

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

sam. 2/15

3:07 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$118

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

sam. 6/14

6:30 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$139

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Salinas

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Salinas

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Richmond to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 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 Richmond to Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Richmond to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 RIC to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated janvier 21, 2025.

When flying from Richmond to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated janvier 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines and Southwest from Richmond to Salinas. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Salinas. 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 from for flights from Richmond to Salinas?

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

  • How popular is this Richmond to Salinas flight route?

    The Richmond Byrd Intl to Salinas flight path was viewed by 6 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 to fly from Richmond to Salinas one-way?

    $118 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $139 and $168, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $340 for a flight from Richmond to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $192 while the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $232.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Richmond to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Richmond to Salinas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Salinas. 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 janvier 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$149Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$174Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$210Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$234Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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