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$106+ Cheap flights from California to Richmond (RIC)

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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIC
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Richmond

Cheapest flights from California to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/29:41 pm
LAS
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RIC
1 stop10h 25m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:26 pm
RIC
-
LAS
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$224
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Mon 8/316:00 am
ONT
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RIC
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:26 pm
RIC
-
ONT
1 stop19h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1$228
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/511:34 am
LAS
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RIC
1 stop20h 32m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:26 pm
RIC
-
LAS
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$230
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/279:09 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop16h 22m
Frontier
Thu 9/312:01 pm
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$234
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 9/33:45 pm
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop21h 46m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:26 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop18h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$238
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/279:09 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop16h 22m
Frontier
Mon 8/315:26 pm
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop9h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/201:21 pm
LAX
-
RIC
Nonstop5h 00m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/299:31 am
RIC
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/30$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/101:21 pm
LAX
-
RIC
Nonstop5h 00m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/159:31 am
RIC
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/27$247
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:25 am
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop7h 06m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:26 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop18h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$248
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sun 9/208:25 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop11h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/299:31 am
RIC
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$252
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:00 am
LAS
-
RIC
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:26 pm
RIC
-
LAS
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:20 pm
LAX
-
RIC
1 stop8h 46m
Frontier
Fri 8/285:26 pm
RIC
-
LAX
1 stop9h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$254

Find flight deals from California to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(Frontier)

One-way from

$106
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$392

Good round-trip deal

$362 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Richmond 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Richmond that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa AnaRichmond

SNA - RIC

SNARIC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/13

7:30 am-7:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/18

9:02 am-3:01 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$254

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 9/10

1:21 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/13

9:31 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$298

San JoseRichmond

SJC - RIC

SJCRIC

San Jose

Tue 12/1

6:30 am-6:31 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/9

3:09 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$311

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Wed 9/23

6:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/28

4:59 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$311

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Wed 9/2

10:40 pm-11:10 am

2 stops9h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/9

3:30 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$316

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Sat 9/5

12:49 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/6

7:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

$318

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Tue 12/1

10:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop7h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/9

6:30 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 01m

$323

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Mon 9/28

10:59 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/30

5:00 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$323

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Wed 9/23

10:35 pm-11:37 am

1 stop10h 02m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/28

4:59 pm-12:34 am

1 stop10h 35m

$323

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

8:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/5

12:02 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$323

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Best time to book a flight from California to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Richmond

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Richmond (average of $391). Flying from California to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $550). 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 CA to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2026.

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to Richmond flights typically cost between $332 and $477 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $234 on Frontier (Aug 27-Sep 3).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to Richmond, you should look to book at least 51 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Richmond. 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 into for flights to Richmond from California?

    For a flight from California to Richmond, you will be flying into Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Richmond flight route?

    The California to Richmond Byrd Intl flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Richmond?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Richmond in 9h 01m. Fly via Breeze Airways, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2422 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $96. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Richmond for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Richmond?

    While some choose either Ontario - Richmond Byrd Intl or San Diego - Richmond Byrd Intl, Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl is the most popular route from California to Richmond.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Richmond?

    On average you can expect to pay $303 for a flight from California to Richmond. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl) is currently priced at $258.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Richmond (average of $391). Flying from California to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $550). 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 California to Richmond

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Richmond. 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$146Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$151Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$164Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$179Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$223Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$310Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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