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$92+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to California

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RIC — LAX
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 2/2310:35 am
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop14h 04m
Frontier
Wed 3/410:58 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$158
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 2/2310:35 am
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop14h 04m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:15 am
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$168
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/1911:29 am
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop13h 10m
Frontier
Wed 2/2510:58 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Fri 2/2012:12 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop12h 27m
Frontier
Sun 2/2210:46 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$215
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:31 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop15h 09m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:25 am
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop8h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$216
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sun 2/227:29 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:25 am
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop8h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/210:35 am
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop14h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:44 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$220
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/166:51 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Wed 4/2210:38 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Thu 2/2611:34 am
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/47:15 pm
SFO
-
RIC
2 stops13h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$226
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1911:29 am
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop13h 10m
Frontier
Sun 2/2210:46 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$235
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:30 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop8h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:44 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Fri 2/2012:12 pm
RIC
-
LAS
2 stops14h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/2511:59 pm
LAS
-
RIC
1 stop7h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$251

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 February 3, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Expedia)

One-way from

$92
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$405

Good round-trip deal

$281 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to California that are best for you.

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Price

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/8

8:40 am-10:52 pm

2 stops17h 12m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/13

11:47 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$257

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-10:27 pm

1 stop19h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

8:00 am-10:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$274

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/5

6:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/11

8:57 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$276

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/4

11:45 am-6:53 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

11:59 pm-11:26 am

1 stop8h 27m

$277

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/20

12:12 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops14h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

6:20 am-6:44 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$287

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/1

9:45 am-5:42 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

8:45 pm-8:53 am

1 stop9h 08m

$289

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/16

6:51 pm-12:22 am

1 stop8h 31m

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-5:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$290

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 2/22

8:00 am-9:24 am

2 stops28h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

1:53 pm-9:54 pm

3 stops29h 01m

$293

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 2/22

9:08 am-11:43 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

12:28 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$294

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/9

8:50 am-6:23 pm

1 stop12h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/24

9:00 am-11:34 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$295

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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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.

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 February 3, 2026.
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
263 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,271 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,231 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,212 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

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 10h 11m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $265. The distance from Richmond to California is about 2259 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 $228. On average you can expect to pay $338. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $186.

  • 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$130Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$149Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$178Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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