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$160+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Hobby (HOU)

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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — HOU
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Houston Hobby are usually found in August or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Hobby (HOU). 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 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(Delta)

One-way from

$160
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$358
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 4/2611:09 amRIC - HOU
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Mon 5/56:45 pmHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 2/19$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/106:25 amRIC - HOU
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Mon 3/172:45 pmHOU - RIC
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 5/167:20 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/198:58 amHOU - RIC
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$367

Find flights from Richmond to Hobby within your budget

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RichmondHouston

RIC - HOU

RICHOU

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/26

11:09 am-5:49 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/5

6:45 pm-12:13 am

1 stop4h 28m

$319

RichmondHouston

RIC - HOU

RICHOU

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/10

6:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/17

2:45 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$324

RichmondHouston

RIC - HOU

RICHOU

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/16

7:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/19

8:58 am-6:30 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$367

RichmondHouston

RIC - HOU

RICHOU

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/21

7:00 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$160

RichmondHouston

RIC - HOU

RICHOU

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/3

6:20 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$190

RichmondHouston

RIC - HOU

RICHOU

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/27

5:41 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 49m

$310

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Deals found on 2/20

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Hobby in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Richmond-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Houston Hobby Airport 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 Richmond-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Hobby

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Hobby. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

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

Rainfall in Hobby by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and American Airlines from Richmond to Houston have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Hobby. 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 Houston Hobby?

    If you book a flight to Houston Hobby from Richmond, you will be flying from Byrd Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is located 6.9 mi from the center of Richmond. There are 0 flights from Byrd Intl to Houston Hobby per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Houston Hobby Airport, with prices starting at $319. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $324 and $368, respectively. Delta is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $160 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 Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $190 and $310, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Richmond to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$217Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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