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$75+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Philadelphia (RIC - PHL)

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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — PHL
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$170
(Expedia)

One-way from

$75
(Orbitz)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$621

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:00 amRIC - PHL
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/85:33 amPHL - RIC
1 stop11h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$170
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/105:45 amRIC - PHL
1 stop13h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/145:33 amPHL - RIC
1 stop11h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/27:00 amRIC - PHL
1 stop16h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/55:33 amPHL - RIC
1 stop27h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/165:45 amRIC - PHL
1 stop9h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/195:05 amPHL - RIC
1 stop28h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$183
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/175:45 amRIC - PHL
1 stop13h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1910:54 amPHL - RIC
1 stop9h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/165:45 amRIC - PHL
1 stop9h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2010:04 pmPHL - RIC
2 stops18h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/105:45 amRIC - PHL
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/149:14 pmPHL - RIC
2 stops19h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/111:15 amRIC - PHL
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/95:05 amPHL - RIC
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$206

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

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RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/10

5:45 am-6:49 pm

1 stop13h 04m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/14

5:33 am-5:02 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$179

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/16

5:45 am-2:48 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Philadelphia

Sun 10/19

5:05 am-9:08 am

1 stop28h 03m

$183

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/16

5:45 am-2:48 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Philadelphia

Mon 10/20

10:04 pm-5:02 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$201

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/1

11:15 am-7:35 am

1 stop20h 20m

Philadelphia

Thu 10/9

5:05 am-8:35 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$206

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-1:02 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Philadelphia

Wed 10/8

1:58 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops30h 37m

$207

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/30

10:35 am-9:46 am

2 stops23h 11m

Philadelphia

Sat 10/4

9:50 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$220

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-1:02 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Philadelphia

Thu 10/9

5:20 am-12:13 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$223

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-7:08 pm

1 stop12h 08m

Philadelphia

Thu 10/9

5:05 am-8:35 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$223

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

Philadelphia

Sun 10/5

7:15 am-9:08 am

2 stops25h 53m

$223

RichmondPhiladelphia

RIC - PHL

RICPHL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/29

6:56 pm-9:46 am

1 stop14h 50m

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

12:00 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop29h 21m

$224

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Philadelphia

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Richmond to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 48% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 Philadelphia?

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Richmond to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia?

    You will need to book a flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Philadelphia if you want to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Byrd Intl (RIC) to Philadelphia (PHL) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to Philadelphia from the Richmond airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from RIC to PHL to be around 5h 05m.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Philadelphia flight route?

    Flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Philadelphia have been viewed 3 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Philadelphia?

    For as low as $179, Spirit Airlines can have you in Philadelphia from Richmond in 13h 04m. Richmond and Philadelphia are separated by a distance of 198 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Philadelphia is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $161 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $435. You may be able to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia for 70% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond to Philadelphia?

    Consider Piedmont Airlines (84%), Alaska Airlines (82%) or American Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Richmond to Philadelphia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest flight price from Richmond to Philadelphia is $118. On average you can expect to pay $1,851. The most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $180.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Philadelphia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Richmond to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Philadelphia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Philadelphia. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$161Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$435Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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