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$86+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to California

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — LAX
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to California
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Thu 1/16:25 amSAN - RIC
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/612:25 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$292
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Wed 12/3112:59 amLAS - RIC
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$324
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - ONT
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Thu 1/16:45 amONT - RIC
1 stop6h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$325
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop17h 48mFrontier
Mon 12/2912:59 amLAS - RIC
1 stop12h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$333
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/511:59 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$344
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 07mFrontier
Thu 1/86:05 amSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$362
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Sun 12/286:25 amSAN - RIC
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$363
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop17h 48mFrontier
Sun 12/286:30 amLAS - RIC
1 stop8h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$363
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 07mFrontier
Sat 1/1011:20 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$383
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Thu 1/16:34 amLAX - RIC
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$383
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:17 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 07mFrontier
Sun 1/1111:35 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$397

Find flight deals from Richmond to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$201
(Frontier)

One-way from

$86
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$486

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to California that are best for you.

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Richmond

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 2/22

7:29 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 39m

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:25 am-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$217

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/18

9:08 am-11:43 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/20

12:28 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$238

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 2/22

9:08 am-11:43 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/26

12:28 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$248

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/24

2:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/27

11:39 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$249

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/30

2:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/3

11:39 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$249

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/31

2:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/4

9:55 pm-9:44 am

1 stop8h 49m

$249

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/26

6:30 pm-12:08 am

1 stop8h 38m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

6:25 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$251

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/19

2:24 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 32m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

8:30 am-11:18 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$253

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/10

9:02 am-11:17 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/14

12:02 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

$258

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

2:24 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

10:45 am-11:18 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to California

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to California (average of $77). Flying from Richmond to California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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 December 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to California flight should consider departing on Saturday 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.

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 December 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Richmond to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
249 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
249 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
249 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
249 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
249 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,106 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
249 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
249 reviews

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to California. 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 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 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to California?

    A quick flight from Richmond to California can take about 5h 35m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $238. The distance from Richmond to California is about 2080 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $109 and $111 on Breeze Airways and Delta, 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 - Los Angeles or Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Richmond to California is $129. On average you can expect to pay $408. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $189.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to California (average of $77). Flying from Richmond to California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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 8 airlines flying from Richmond to California

Discover the top 8 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$130Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$182Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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