Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Columbus from $103

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/21. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
RIC — CMH
Sep 26 — Oct 31

How to find the cheapest flight from Richmond (RIC) to Columbus

All the information you need to plan the best RIC to C01 flight in 2023: compare Richmond to Columbus flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Columbus.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$299

One-way from

$103
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Columbus
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Columbus

RIC - CMH

Price

$299 - $452

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

CMH

Rainfall

2.3 - 4.8 inches

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus?

To save up to 36% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 31 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus from $364 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $421 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus?

February can be a great time to fly to Columbus from Richmond, Virginia with a flight ticket averaging about $364. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $245. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus (RIC - CMH)?

When flying from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Richmond to Columbus

Peruse some of the lowest-priced Spirit Airlines flights we've found from Richmond to Columbus. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.

Cheap Delta flights from Richmond to Columbus

Some of the best deals we've found on Delta flights traveling from Richmond to Columbus. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.

Cheap Richmond to Columbus flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for RIC to Columbus flights for September, October
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Richmond to Columbus 2023 flight deals

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One-way flights to Columbus from Richmond

The cheapest one-way flights from Richmond to Columbus
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1 stop7h 52m

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1 stop17h 03m

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1 stop7h 52m

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1 stop17h 03m

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1 stop6h 37m

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1 stop14h 05m

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1 stop6h 37m

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1 stop14h 35m

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Fri 10/6

2 stops17h 48m

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1 stop7h 11m

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2 stops12h 44m

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2 stops20h 32m

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1 stop4h 25m

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1 stop3h 34m

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Wed 10/4

1 stop9h 53m

Columbus

Thu 10/12

1 stop3h 59m

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Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Columbus, such as Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Richmond to Columbus flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to Columbus?

Most people fly from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) if they book a flight from Richmond to Columbus. On average, Byrd Intl has 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day from 3 airlines. Richmond Byrd Intl is conveniently located just 6.9 mi from Richmond’s city center.

Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $135, but on average you can expect to pay $159.

Are there last-minute flights available from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus for under $300?

There are currently 12+ open flights from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus round-trip?

According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($135), offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus. You may be able to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus for 62% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond, Virginia to Columbus?

What does RIC to CMH mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Columbus Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RIC to CMH flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

Other flights from Richmond

Top 3 airlines flying from Richmond to Columbus

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Richmond to Columbus choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$204Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$224Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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