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$248+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Africa

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/155:10 amRIC - RAK
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Sun 11/238:55 amRAK - RIC
1 stop18h 37mDelta
Deal found 10/29$735
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/126:00 amRIC - RAK
2 stops25h 05mDelta
Fri 12/198:55 amRAK - RIC
1 stop13h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/28$759
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/154:24 pmRIC - RAK
2 stops17h 56mKLM
Sun 11/236:00 amRAK - RIC
2 stops19h 23mKLM
Deal found 10/28$761
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Sat 11/152:30 pmRIC - RAK
2 stops27h 40mLufthansa
Sat 11/221:30 amRAK - RIC
2 stops27h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/28$831
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/124:26 pmRIC - RAK
2 stops17h 54mKLM
Fri 12/196:00 amRAK - RIC
2 stops21h 30mKLM
Deal found 10/28$869
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/1912:32 pmRIC - DSS
2 stops38h 43mDelta
Sun 11/2311:30 amDSS - RIC
1 stop16h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/28$921
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/196:30 amRIC - DSS
2 stops19h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/2311:30 pmDSS - RIC
2 stops24h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$998
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:00 amRIC - NBO
2 stops32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/134:50 amNBO - RIC
2 stops25h 36mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,021
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/96:00 amRIC - ACC
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Sun 11/239:10 amACC - RIC
1 stop18h 31mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,042
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/210:36 amRIC - ACC
2 stops41h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/410:20 pmACC - RIC
2 stops20h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,059
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:58 amRIC - NBO
2 stops35h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/141:40 pmNBO - RIC
2 stops40h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,066
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amRIC - ACC
2 stops33h 05mDelta
Thu 12/49:10 amACC - RIC
2 stops20h 20mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,088

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$735
(Delta)

One-way from

$248
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,556
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Africa
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Africa that are best for you.

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RichmondMarrakech

RIC - RAK

RICRAK

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/15

11:09 am-6:55 am

1 stop13h 46m

Marrakech Menara

Sun 11/23

8:55 am-9:32 pm

1 stop18h 37m

$735

RichmondMarrakech

RIC - RAK

RICRAK

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/12

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Marrakech Menara

Fri 12/19

8:55 am-4:54 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$759

RichmondMarrakech

RIC - RAK

RICRAK

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/15

4:24 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops17h 56m

Marrakech Menara

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-7:23 pm

2 stops19h 23m

$761

RichmondMarrakech

RIC - RAK

RICRAK

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/15

2:30 pm-12:10 am

2 stops27h 40m

Marrakech Menara

Sat 11/22

1:30 am-11:15 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$831

RichmondMarrakech

RIC - RAK

RICRAK

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/12

4:26 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops17h 54m

Marrakech Menara

Fri 12/19

6:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$869

RichmondDakar

RIC - DSS

RICDSS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/19

4:56 pm-8:15 am

2 stops34h 19m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Sun 11/23

11:30 am-10:41 pm

1 stop16h 11m

$921

RichmondRabat

RIC - RBA

RICRBA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/26

11:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Rabat Sale

Mon 3/30

6:15 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$963

RichmondDakar

RIC - DSS

RICDSS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-7:15 am

2 stops19h 45m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Sun 11/23

11:30 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$998

RichmondAccra

RIC - ACC

RICACC

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

Accra Kotoka

Thu 12/4

11:35 am-12:30 am

1 stop17h 55m

$1,042

RichmondNairobi

RIC - NBO

RICNBO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/3

10:58 am-6:10 am

2 stops35h 12m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 12/14

1:40 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops40h 46m

$1,066

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Deals found on 10/29

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Africa

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Africa (average of $502). Flying from Richmond to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $695). 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 AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Africa in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Richmond to Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Richmond to Africa. It is only a 6.9 mi journey to Byrd Intl (RIC) from Richmond’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Africa?

    Airlines like Delta, Air France, and United Airlines fly from Richmond to Africa in about 13h 46m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 09m. The distance between Richmond and Africa is about 3872 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $443 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from $788 and KLM from $1,064 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Richmond to Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Richmond to Africa consider Richmond Byrd Intl - Accra Kotoka, Richmond Byrd Intl - Cairo or Richmond Byrd Intl - Lagos Murtala Muhammed as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Africa (average of $502). Flying from Richmond to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $695). 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 Richmond to Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Africa. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$967Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,117Average$2,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,323Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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