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$131+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Los Angeles (RIC - LAX)

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RIC — LAX
Aug 18 — Aug 251
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in September or August, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Friday

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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 August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$226
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$131
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$340

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Los Angeles
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 August 13, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/1011:15 amRIC - LAX
2 stops13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1612:45 amLAX - RIC
2 stops19h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$226
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/119:38 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mBreeze Airways
Tue 9/161:29 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/13$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/137:00 amRIC - LAX
2 stops28h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1811:15 amLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/218:33 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mBreeze Airways
Tue 9/231:29 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/11$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/239:38 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/232:27 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop18h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/156:56 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops16h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/176:15 amLAX - RIC
2 stops13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/77:00 amRIC - LAX
1 stop28h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/158:55 pmLAX - RIC
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$235
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/85:20 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops28h 25mSouthwest
Fri 9/129:00 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop21h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:56 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops31h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/231:29 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 9/910:35 amRIC - LAX
3 stops35h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1610:23 pmLAX - RIC
3 stops21h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/169:38 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mBreeze Airways
Sun 9/2112:24 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/11$242

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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

Thu 9/18

7:00 am-8:12 am

1 stop28h 12m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

2:21 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop29h 34m

$226

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/10

11:15 am-9:40 pm

2 stops13h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

12:45 am-10:55 pm

2 stops19h 10m

$226

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/11

9:38 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

1:29 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$228

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-8:31 am

2 stops28h 31m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

11:15 am-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$230

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/21

8:33 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

1:29 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$231

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/11

6:33 pm-10:13 am

2 stops18h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

12:45 am-10:55 pm

2 stops19h 10m

$231

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/25

10:16 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop25h 37m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

1:29 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$231

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/21

8:33 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/23

1:29 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$231

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/30

10:16 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

10:03 am-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$231

RichmondLos Angeles

RIC - LAX

RICLAX

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/16

9:38 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

1:29 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$231

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles

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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 August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 62 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 $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 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 August 13, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Richmond to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% 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 August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Richmond to Los Angeles?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Richmond to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Richmond to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Richmond to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $355.

What’s the fastest layover option from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Richmond to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 35m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Richmond to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 12m.

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 August 13, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Breeze Airways from Richmond to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $226, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Richmond to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Breeze Airways for as low as $228. Spirit Airlines is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    While on average a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles is generally $244, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $162 for that flight.

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

  • 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.

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

  • 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 $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 Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$182Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$204Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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