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$56+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to California

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RIC — LAX
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to California flight deals. Data was last updated agosto 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$221 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
From Richmond Byrd Intl to California
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 7, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/86:56 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop29h 07mSpirit Airlines
mié. 9/1010:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/126:56 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop29h 07mSpirit Airlines
mar. 9/1610:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/222:00 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
dom. 8/2410:15 pmLAS - RIC
2 stops11h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/86:56 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop29h 07mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/911:04 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop20h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$197
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/910:35 amRIC - LAS
1 stop13h 27mSpirit Airlines
lun. 9/2210:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop8h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/182:00 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/2110:15 pmLAS - RIC
2 stops11h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/86:56 pmRIC - SNA
3 stops30h 09mSpirit Airlines
mié. 9/106:45 amSNA - RIC
3 stops31h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$201
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/312:00 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 9/1310:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$207
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/79:07 amRIC - LAS
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/1010:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/86:56 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop29h 07mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/1112:25 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
sáb. 9/66:00 amRIC - OAK
2 stops12h 10mSouthwest
mié. 9/1012:30 pmOAK - RIC
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/6$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
jue. 10/304:55 pmRIC - OAK
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
jue. 11/65:35 amOAK - RIC
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/6$232

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to California that are best for you.

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RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 9/8

6:56 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop29h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 9/10

10:36 am-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$180

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 9/12

6:56 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop29h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 9/16

10:36 am-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$181

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 8/22

2:00 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

dom. 8/24

10:15 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$194

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 9/8

6:56 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop29h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 9/9

11:04 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop20h 51m

$197

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 9/9

10:35 am-9:02 pm

1 stop13h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 9/22

10:36 am-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$198

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 8/18

2:00 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 8/21

10:15 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$199

RichmondSanta Ana

RIC - SNA

RICSNA

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 9/8

6:56 pm-10:05 pm

3 stops30h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 9/10

6:45 am-5:21 pm

3 stops31h 36m

$201

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

dom. 9/7

9:07 am-11:40 am

Nonstop5h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 9/10

10:36 am-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$209

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 9/8

6:56 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop29h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 9/11

12:25 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$212

RichmondOakland

RIC - OAK

RICOAK

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 9/6

6:00 am-3:10 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Oakland

mié. 9/10

12:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 35m

$226

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to California (average of $246). Flying from Richmond to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 7, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond to California as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated agosto 7, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Richmond to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,987 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to California?

    Located just 6.9 mi from the city center, Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Richmond.

  • How popular is this Richmond to California flight route?

    This flight path from Richmond Byrd Intl to California 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 California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $56. Users have also found prices from $86 and $89 on Southwest and Breeze Airways, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Richmond to California consider Richmond Byrd Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco or Richmond Byrd Intl - Los Angeles as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Richmond to California is $104. On average you can expect to pay $261. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $198.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to California (average of $246). Flying from Richmond to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to California. 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 agosto 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$133Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$143Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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