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$99+ 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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — LAX
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to California

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 March 22, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:25 pm
RIC
-
ONT
1 stop18h 40m
Frontier
Sun 5/106:00 am
ONT
-
RIC
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$171
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/97:38 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop27h 48m
Frontier
Wed 4/1510:30 am
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop29h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$228
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:37 pm
RIC
-
ONT
1 stop7h 18m
Frontier
Sat 4/1812:59 am
ONT
-
RIC
1 stop13h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$241
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/146:25 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Thu 5/216:25 am
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop8h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$250
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/177:15 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop16h 27m
Frontier
Tue 6/239:37 am
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop29h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$261
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:20 pm
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop12h 25m
Frontier
Sat 4/1811:00 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop9h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$270
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/135:09 pm
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop8h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 4/1611:20 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop7h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17$271
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/151:15 pm
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop12h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/2211:00 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:39 am
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop7h 19m
Delta
Sat 5/235:40 am
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/810:31 am
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop11h 07m
American Airlines
Sun 5/1010:00 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/157:15 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop7h 38m
Frontier
Sun 7/199:37 am
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop29h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$281
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/146:25 pm
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop8h 51m
Frontier
Sat 5/234:31 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop22h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$281

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 March 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$99
(Super.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$501

Good round-trip deal

$187 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Richmond Byrd Intl-Los Angeles Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to California
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to California.

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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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/2

6:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

5:40 am-6:25 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$291

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/16

12:55 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

11:30 pm-11:45 am

2 stops9h 15m

$296

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/19

5:38 am-10:58 am

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

11:20 am-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$307

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/31

7:10 am-2:17 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/2

8:50 pm-11:06 am

1 stop11h 16m

$323

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/16

6:30 am-11:32 am

1 stop8h 02m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

5:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$337

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/9

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop8h 24m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 7/10

12:13 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 52m

$337

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/20

4:25 pm-1:23 am

1 stop11h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

9:35 pm-9:18 am

1 stop8h 43m

$341

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/20

5:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

11:25 pm-11:45 am

2 stops9h 20m

$346

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/13

1:40 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop10h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

11:25 pm-11:45 am

2 stops9h 20m

$346

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 4/17

4:30 pm-12:10 am

2 stops10h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

5:15 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$346

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to California

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 March 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Richmond to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

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?

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to California?

    A quick flight from Richmond to California can take about 8h 22m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $307. 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $109 and $113 on Breeze Airways and United Airlines, respectively.

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Richmond to California is $148. On average you can expect to pay $234. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $291.

  • 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 March 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$130Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$149Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$170Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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