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$110+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to District of Columbia

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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — IAD
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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$199
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$110
(JetBlue)

Good round-trip deal

$594 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 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 April 30, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:00 amRIC - DCA
1 stop8h 14mJetBlue
Wed 6/255:45 pmDCA - RIC
1 stop6h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/266:25 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/28:40 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/276:00 amRIC - IAD
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/35:40 pmIAD - RIC
3 stops27h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 7/59:00 amRIC - DCA
1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/81:50 pmDCA - RIC
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$374
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Mon 6/94:59 pmRIC - IAD
1 stop19h 00mDelta
Fri 6/138:30 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop14h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/29$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/208:04 pmRIC - IAD
1 stop12h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/271:59 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop18h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$557

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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 - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/25

5:45 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$199

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/26

6:25 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

8:40 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$239

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-11:20 am

3 stops29h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/3

5:40 pm-8:46 pm

3 stops27h 06m

$275

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/5

9:00 am-7:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/8

1:50 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$374

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/9

4:59 pm-11:59 am

1 stop19h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/13

8:30 pm-10:34 am

1 stop14h 04m

$497

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/20

8:04 pm-8:38 am

1 stop12h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/27

1:59 pm-8:14 am

1 stop18h 15m

$557

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$110

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/5

6:31 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops25h 46m

$123

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/12

1:05 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$155

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/17

10:45 am-11:41 am

Nonstop0h 56m

$169

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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 $309). Flying from Richmond to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 April 30, 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 April 30, 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
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
346 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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.

  • 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 ($110), Sun Country Air ($155), and United Airlines ($169).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond to District of Columbia?

    Consider Republic Airways (100%), Mesa Airlines (89%) or ANA (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Richmond to District of Columbia.

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

    While on average a flight from Richmond to District of Columbia is generally $1,078, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $143. When looking at the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $239 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 $309). Flying from Richmond to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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