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$142+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Los Angeles (RIC - LAX)

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 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — LAX
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$267
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$142
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$398

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$146 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/13:59 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/3111:55 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$267
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/49:33 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mBreeze Airways
dom. 9/712:24 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/10$272
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/37:01 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops25h 51mSpirit Airlines
mié. 7/94:50 pmLAX - RIC
2 stops17h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$273
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/115:43 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop9h 14mJetBlue
lun. 7/148:30 amLAX - RIC
1 stop11h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$294
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.
jue. 11/68:26 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/1110:45 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$297
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jue. 7/101:11 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop12h 30mSun Country Air
dom. 7/1311:55 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop14h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$299
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/65:05 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop8h 44mDelta
jue. 12/1111:45 amLAX - RIC
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 6/9$306
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/206:10 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
mar. 7/2910:50 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$384

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 7/1

3:59 pm-6:59 am

2 stops18h 00m

Los Angeles

jue. 7/31

11:55 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$267

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 9/4

9:33 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

dom. 9/7

12:24 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$272

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 7/3

7:01 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops25h 51m

Los Angeles

mié. 7/9

4:50 pm-12:53 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$273

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 7/11

5:43 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Los Angeles

lun. 7/14

8:30 am-10:47 pm

1 stop11h 17m

$294

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 11/6

8:26 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 24m

Los Angeles

mar. 11/11

10:45 pm-8:19 am

1 stop6h 34m

$297

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 7/10

1:11 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Los Angeles

dom. 7/13

11:55 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$299

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 12/6

5:05 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Los Angeles

jue. 12/11

11:45 am-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$306

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

dom. 7/20

6:10 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 25m

Los Angeles

mar. 7/29

10:50 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$384

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 7/11

5:43 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$142

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 8/29

5:45 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Richmond to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 LAX?

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

It’s optimal to fly from Richmond to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Richmond to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Los Angeles flight route?

    This flight path from Richmond Byrd Intl to Los Angeles was viewed by 7 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 flying from Richmond to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $272, Breeze Airways will fly you from Richmond to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Breeze Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $273 and $294, respectively. Breeze Airways is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $142. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Richmond to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles is generally $248, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $113. When looking at the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $198 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Richmond to Los Angeles?

    The most popular layover on flights from Richmond to Los Angeles is Charlotte. Atlanta follows Charlotte in terms of the most common layover location on Richmond to Los Angeles flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and NASCAR Hall of Fame are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $48 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Atlanta?

    Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are the most popular attractions in Atlanta if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are located about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those on a layover in Atlanta in need of a rental car can book one at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $52.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Richmond to Los Angeles flights?

    Of the flights from Richmond to Los Angeles that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Las Vegas.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Richmond to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Los Angeles. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$201Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$231Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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