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$125+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to District of Columbia

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RIC — BWI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(Booking.com)

Good round-trip deal

$565 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/106:15 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/178:30 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$179
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/92:32 pmRIC - DCA
1 stop5h 26mJetBlue
Wed 7/163:45 pmDCA - RIC
1 stop7h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/267:01 pmRIC - IAD
2 stops19h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/304:54 pmIAD - RIC
2 stops27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$312
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/286:23 pmRIC - IAD
1 stop17h 14mSun Country Air
Thu 7/3111:34 amIAD - RIC
1 stop28h 43mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 6/277:25 amRIC - DCA
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/2911:10 amDCA - RIC
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/711:20 amRIC - IAD
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Mon 8/118:23 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop19h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/12$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 7/54:48 pmRIC - IAD
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/96:34 amIAD - RIC
1 stop10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$493
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/1811:30 amRIC - DCA
1 stop3h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/201:50 pmDCA - RIC
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$867

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to District of Columbia 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/10

6:15 am-7:16 am

Nonstop1h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/17

8:30 am-9:36 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$179

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/9

2:32 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/16

3:45 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$199

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/26

7:01 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops19h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/30

4:54 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops27h 42m

$312

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/28

6:23 pm-11:37 am

1 stop17h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/31

11:34 am-4:17 pm

1 stop28h 43m

$340

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/27

7:25 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/29

11:10 am-6:04 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$399

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/7

11:20 am-7:51 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/11

8:23 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$413

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/5

4:48 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/9

6:34 am-5:25 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$493

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/18

11:30 am-2:48 pm

1 stop3h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/20

1:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$867

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/25

7:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$127

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 7/20

9:42 am-9:23 am

2 stops23h 41m

$130

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from Richmond to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond to District of Columbia as you normally would.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Richmond to District of Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and JetBlue. 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
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to District of Columbia from Richmond, you will be flying from Byrd Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is located 6.9 mi from the center of Richmond.

  • How popular is this Richmond to District of Columbia flight route?

    The Richmond Byrd Intl to District of Columbia flight path was viewed by 65 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 District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Richmond to District of Columbia are JetBlue ($127), Sun Country Air ($144), and United Airlines ($204).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to District of Columbia?

    While on average a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia is generally $315, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $95. When looking at the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to District of Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from Richmond to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to District of Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to District of Columbia. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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