What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Austin round-trip?

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Austin, with prices starting at $196. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $309 and $313, respectively. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $90. Delta flights start at $186 while deals on American Airlines start at $204 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond to Austin?

American Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Richmond to Austin.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Richmond to Austin?

Of the flights from Richmond to Austin that have layovers, most of them stop in Charlotte.

Where are the least popular layover locations for Richmond to Austin flights?

Richmond to Austin flights have a layover in Atlanta least often.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame more than anywhere else. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and NASCAR Hall of Fame are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Charlotte can rent a car from Charlotte Douglas for about $48 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond to Austin?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 27% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond to Austin?

Find a great deal and save up to 66% by booking at least 53 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Richmond to Austin within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $397.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Austin?

The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to Austin from Richmond average $421. You can even find prices in August for less than $421, as users have found deals to Austin from as low as $125. The month of October appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Austin from Richmond. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 20%.

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

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mié. 6/259:31 pmRIC - AUS

1 stop26h 33mSpirit Airlines

mié. 7/167:30 amAUS - RIC

1 stop24h 07mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$196

dom. 7/61:11 pmRIC - AUS

1 stop23h 23mMultiple Airlines

jue. 7/107:30 amAUS - RIC

1 stop24h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$285

jue. 9/112:25 pmRIC - AUS

2 stops8h 25mSouthwest

lun. 9/152:55 pmAUS - RIC

2 stops6h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 6/10

$309

sáb. 8/94:31 pmRIC - AUS

1 stop5h 46mDelta

mar. 8/123:00 pmAUS - RIC

1 stop5h 38mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$313

sáb. 11/16:30 amRIC - AUS

1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines

sáb. 11/810:00 amAUS - RIC

2 stops9h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$412

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mié. 6/259:31 pmRIC - AUS

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mié. 7/167:30 amAUS - RIC

1 stop24h 07mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$196

dom. 7/61:11 pmRIC - AUS

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jue. 7/107:30 amAUS - RIC

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Deal found 6/10

$285

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Deal found 6/10

$309

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Deal found 6/10

$313

sáb. 11/16:30 amRIC - AUS

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2 stops9h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$412

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mié. 6/189:31 pmRIC - AUS

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$682

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mié. 6/259:31 pmRIC - AUS

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Deal found 6/10

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$372

mié. 7/210:35 amRIC - AUS

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Deal found 6/10

$439

dom. 7/61:11 pmRIC - AUS

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1 stop24h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$285

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Deal found 6/11

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$90

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$186

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mié. 6/25

9:31 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop26h 33m

Austin Bergstrom

mié. 7/16

7:30 am-8:37 am

1 stop24h 07m

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RIC - AUS

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Richmond Byrd Intl

dom. 7/6

1:11 pm-11:34 am

1 stop23h 23m

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jue. 7/10

7:30 am-8:37 am

1 stop24h 07m

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RIC - AUS

RICAUS

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jue. 9/11

2:25 pm-9:50 pm

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lun. 9/15

2:55 pm-10:50 pm

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RIC - AUS

RICAUS

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 8/9

4:31 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Austin Bergstrom

mar. 8/12

3:00 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$313

RichmondAustin

RIC - AUS

RICAUS

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 11/1

6:30 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 41m

Austin Bergstrom

sáb. 11/8

10:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$412

RichmondAustin

RIC - AUS

RICAUS

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 6/25

9:31 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop26h 33m

$90

RichmondAustin

RIC - AUS

RICAUS

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 7/9

5:30 am-9:26 am

1 stop4h 56m

$186

RichmondAustin

RIC - AUS

RICAUS

Richmond Byrd Intl

dom. 11/23

5:14 am-9:17 am

1 stop5h 03m

$204

RichmondAustin

RIC - AUS

RICAUS

Richmond Byrd Intl

dom. 7/13

5:00 pm-10:18 pm

3 stops30h 18m

$214

RichmondAustin

RIC - AUS

RICAUS

Richmond Byrd Intl

dom. 11/23

6:30 am-3:22 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$249

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

The price you pay for your flight from Richmond to Austin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 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 Austin?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Richmond to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 AUS?

When flying from Richmond to Austin, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Rainfall in Austin by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Austin ranges from 2.1 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Austin when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Austin by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Austin, 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 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Richmond to Austin have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,950 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,790 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,052 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Austin round-trip?
Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Austin, with prices starting at $196. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $309 and $313, respectively. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Austin one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $90. Delta flights start at $186 while deals on American Airlines start at $204 one-way.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Richmond to Austin?
Of the flights from Richmond to Austin that have layovers, most of them stop in Charlotte.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?
Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame more than anywhere else. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and NASCAR Hall of Fame are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Charlotte can rent a car from Charlotte Douglas for about $48 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Richmond to Austin flights?
Richmond to Austin flights have a layover in Atlanta least often.
Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Austin that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Austin flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Austin?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Austin.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Austin?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Austin 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 Austin?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Richmond to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 5 airlines flying from Richmond to Austin

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$117	Average$213	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$306	Average$402	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$308	Average$431	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$336	Average$416	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$336	Average$478	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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