Cheap flights from Richmond to Atlanta (RIC - ATL) from $44

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/24. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
RIC — ATL
Oct 1 — Oct 81

The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in September or August, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

How to find the cheapest flight from Richmond (RIC) to Atlanta (ATL)

All the information you need to plan the best RIC to ATL flight in 2023: compare Richmond to Atlanta flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Atlanta.

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December

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$178

One-way from

$99
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Best time to find cheap flights, 11% potential price drop
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

Price

$178 - $351

ATL

Temperature

42.8 - 80.6 °F

ATL

Rainfall

3.4 - 5.3 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 75% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

To save on the cost of your flight from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta, book at least 40 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 57% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $324 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $420.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Atlanta from Richmond, Virginia average $289. You can even find prices in September for less than $289, as users have found deals to Atlanta from as low as $177. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Atlanta from Richmond, Virginia. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 12%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta (RIC - ATL)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Richmond to Atlanta

Peruse some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found from Richmond to Atlanta. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Richmond to Atlanta

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Cheap Richmond to Atlanta flights in September & October 2023

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One-way flights to Atlanta from Richmond

The cheapest one-way flights from Richmond to Atlanta
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Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/25

1 stop11h 23m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 11/1

1 stop4h 30m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/12

1 stop11h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 10/15

1 stop11h 05m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/12

1 stop11h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/16

1 stop12h 34m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 10/16

1 stop24h 19m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 10/18

1 stop4h 30m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/10

1 stop15h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/14

1 stop7h 03m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/19

1 stop9h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/23

1 stop5h 02m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/20

Nonstop1h 53m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/23

Nonstop1h 35m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/31

2 stops7h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/2

1 stop9h 09m

Richmond Byrd IntlAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

RIC - ATL

RICATL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 10/16

Nonstop1h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 10/18

1 stop6h 40m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta from Richmond to Atlanta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I found the staff at the Richmond airport to be very rude (mainly TSA), but the Delta Crew was fantastic. I boarded just in time, had room for my luggage, a comfortable seat, friendly travel companions, tasty snacks and a very smooth flight with great entertainment and free wifi while onboard!

Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I found the staff at the Richmond airport to be very rude (mainly TSA), but the Delta Crew was fantastic. I boarded just in time, had room for my luggage, a comfortable seat, friendly travel companions, tasty snacks and a very smooth flight with great entertainment and free wifi while onboard!

Southwest
7.6
Good
1,521 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I found the staff at the Richmond airport to be very rude (mainly TSA), but the Delta Crew was fantastic. I boarded just in time, had room for my luggage, a comfortable seat, friendly travel companions, tasty snacks and a very smooth flight with great entertainment and free wifi while onboard!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I found the staff at the Richmond airport to be very rude (mainly TSA), but the Delta Crew was fantastic. I boarded just in time, had room for my luggage, a comfortable seat, friendly travel companions, tasty snacks and a very smooth flight with great entertainment and free wifi while onboard!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I found the staff at the Richmond airport to be very rude (mainly TSA), but the Delta Crew was fantastic. I boarded just in time, had room for my luggage, a comfortable seat, friendly travel companions, tasty snacks and a very smooth flight with great entertainment and free wifi while onboard!

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I found the staff at the Richmond airport to be very rude (mainly TSA), but the Delta Crew was fantastic. I boarded just in time, had room for my luggage, a comfortable seat, friendly travel companions, tasty snacks and a very smooth flight with great entertainment and free wifi while onboard!

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Richmond to Atlanta flights.

What airports serve Atlanta from Richmond?

Going from Richmond to Atlanta will require you to go from the Richmond International Airport, also known as Byrd International (RIC), as that is the only available airport in Richmond that will take you domestic or abroad. There are numerous flights that fly from Richmond to Atlanta every day and you will have an array to choose from. When you arrive in Atlanta, you will be arriving at the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL), which is Atlanta’s international airport. These flights, on average, will not take you long as it is a domestic flight and will run you about 1h and 45min.

What airlines fly directly from Richmond to Atlanta?

As this is a domestic flight, there are only a couple airlines that will fly directly from Richmond to Atlanta. These airlines are Delta and American Airlines. Although Delta and American Airlines are the only airlines that fly from Richmond to Atlanta, there are many times during the day that you may choose to take. Some options are in the morning from 8:40 AM EST and other options are in the afternoon starting at 1:50 PM EST to 8:30 PM EST. When taking Delta, you’ll be flying direct as Delta only offers direct flights from Richmond to Atlanta. When taking American Airlines, there will be one stop. Although there is a stop with American Airlines, you will find that the prices are very similar for both. However, the flight time for a direct flight is half of that of the flight with a layover.

What are the layover options between Richmond and Atlanta?

Because of the domestic nature of this journey, you have only one option when having a layover. That one option is with American Airlines. If you are taking this flight, you will have a layover in the Charlotte Douglas International Airport in Charlotte, North Carolina. The difference in journey times for a direct and an indirect flight are significant. If you are taking a direct flight with Delta, the journey will be about 1h and 45min long. However, if you are taking an indirect flight with American Airlines, that journey can nearly double to 3h and 56min long. It is important to take this into consideration and decide whether a direct or an indirect flight is beneficial before booking.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Richmond to Atlanta?

Due to this flight being a flight within the United States, you will not need a visa to fly, however keeping a passport will be beneficial as security may ask you to produce it.

What airports do I use to fly from Richmond to Atlanta?

Booking a flight from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is your only option if you wish to fly from Richmond to Atlanta. On a typical day, there are 24 flights from Byrd Intl to Hartsfield-Jackson, all of which are around 1h 40m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Byrd Intl to Atlanta.

Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $86, but on average you can expect to pay $100.

Are there nonstop flights from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta is less than $297.

Are there last-minute flights available from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta flight route?

How many flights depart from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta on average per day?

Travelers can expect 46 flights from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta on average per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 13% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 35% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 46% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 7% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

A quick flight from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta can take about 11h 23m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $86. Airlines will cover a distance of 483 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta round-trip?

Currently priced at $86, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

Before booking your flight to Atlanta from Richmond, Virginia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (90%), KLM (87%), WestJet( 87%).

What are the cheapest flights from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta?

The cheapest flight price from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta is $99. On average you can expect to pay $578. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), can usually be booked for $86.

What does RIC to ATL mean?

This is defined as Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) and Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL). Codes like Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

Alternative routes for Richmond to Atlanta

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Top 5 airlines flying from Richmond to Atlanta

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Richmond to Atlanta choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest$183Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$188Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$188Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$201Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hourly flight availability from Richmond to Atlanta

See what time of day planes typically take off from Richmond to Atlanta
8%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
66%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
25%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
1%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to Atlanta

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Richmond to Atlanta
Sunday26daily flights
Monday32daily flights
Tuesday17daily flights
Wednesday19daily flights
Thursday26daily flights
Friday31daily flights
Saturday23daily flights

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