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$62+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — LAX
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 11/215:27 pmRIC - ONT
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Sun 11/2312:58 amONT - RIC
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$144
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/135:48 pmRIC - ONT
1 stop20h 22mFrontier
Thu 11/2012:58 amONT - RIC
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:30 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop12h 59mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/510:08 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6$217
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/29:07 amRIC - LAS
Nonstop5h 33mBreeze Airways
Tue 12/912:25 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 31mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/5$218
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:30 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop12h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/912:25 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Mon 12/89:49 pmRIC - LAS
2 stops25h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/1010:58 pmLAS - RIC
2 stops15h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$225
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/79:07 amRIC - LAS
Nonstop5h 33mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/1112:25 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 31mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/4$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 12/79:07 amRIC - LAS
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1110:20 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/19:01 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/510:08 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$232
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/99:07 amRIC - LAS
Nonstop5h 33mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/1112:25 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 31mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/5$235
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sat 12/612:13 pmRIC - LAS
2 stops23h 25mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/1110:58 pmLAS - RIC
2 stops18h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:30 pmRIC - LAS
2 stops24h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/912:25 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$241

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 November 6, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$192
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$62
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/2

12:30 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop12h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/5

8:59 am-11:18 am

2 stops23h 19m

$242

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$257

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/6

4:27 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 12/8

12:44 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 41m

$257

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/19

4:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

2:02 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 23m

$263

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/20

1:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop12h 44m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

11:59 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$268

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$269

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/6

5:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/13

5:10 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$277

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

5:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$277

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/28

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

10:55 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/25

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

8:00 am-11:15 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to California

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to California (average of $75). Flying from Richmond to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 November 6, 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 November 6, 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
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

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 7h 50m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $277. The distance from Richmond to California is about 2298 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $119 and $126 on Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines, 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 $109. On average you can expect to pay $252. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $184.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to California (average of $75). Flying from Richmond to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$143Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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