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$79+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$172
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$79
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$255 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
From Richmond Byrd Intl to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 29, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/1011:15 amRIC - LAS
1 stop12h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/1310:33 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$172
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 10/1210:16 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1510:33 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop11h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$220
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/198:59 amRIC - LAS
Nonstop5h 19mBreeze Airways
Thu 8/2112:03 pmLAS - RIC
Nonstop4h 39mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 10/2812:17 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/315:09 amSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$234
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/168:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mBreeze Airways
Sat 8/3012:24 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 17mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/28$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/285:18 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/2010:12 amRIC - LAX
1 stop14h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/267:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$254
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:06 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 17mJetBlue
Mon 9/1510:00 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop10h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 7/27$255
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 9/259:38 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mBreeze Airways
Tue 9/301:29 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/27$258
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/242:00 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop11h 31mJetBlue
Mon 9/299:45 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop10h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 9/67:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Sat 9/135:15 amSFO - RIC
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$272
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:10 amRIC - LAX
1 stop18h 25mSouthwest
Fri 9/129:00 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop21h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$272

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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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to California that are best for you.

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Richmond

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California

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Return

Price

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/10

11:15 am-9:02 pm

1 stop12h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/13

10:33 am-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$172

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/12

10:16 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop16h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/15

10:33 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$220

RichmondLas Vegas

RIC - LAS

RICLAS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/19

8:59 am-11:18 am

Nonstop5h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/21

12:03 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

$228

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/28

12:17 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop10h 06m

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

5:09 am-4:38 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$234

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

8:30 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$238

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/28

5:18 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$249

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 10/20

10:12 am-10:04 pm

1 stop14h 52m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

7:00 am-9:26 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$254

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 9/5

12:06 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop9h 17m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

10:00 pm-11:42 am

1 stop10h 42m

$255

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/25

9:38 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

1:29 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$258

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/24

2:00 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop11h 31m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

9:45 pm-11:42 am

1 stop10h 57m

$263

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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 $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 July 29, 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 July 29, 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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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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 $79. Users have also found prices from $109 and $139 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 - Ontario 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 $119. 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 $212.

  • 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 $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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$134Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$143Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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