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$249+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Richmond (CAE - RIC)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — RIC
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Richmond

Best flights from Columbia to Richmond
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbia to Richmond that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/296:59 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop3h 33mDelta
Thu 2/52:05 pmRIC - CAE
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/31$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/305:34 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/610:50 amRIC - CAE
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/298:00 amCAE - RIC
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/57:19 amRIC - CAE
2 stops14h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$480
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/155:34 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/193:35 pmRIC - CAE
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/157:30 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/197:54 pmRIC - CAE
2 stops18h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$515
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:32 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/99:49 amRIC - CAE
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/107:35 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop3h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/146:15 amRIC - CAE
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$535
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/305:07 pmCAE - RIC
2 stops20h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/68:00 amRIC - CAE
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/86:30 amCAE - RIC
2 stops13h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/96:30 amRIC - CAE
1 stop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$781

Find flight deals from Columbia to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Richmond (RIC). 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 January 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$288
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia 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 January 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Richmond that are best for you.

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Columbia

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/29

6:59 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop3h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/5

2:05 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$249

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/30

5:34 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/6

10:50 am-4:58 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$249

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/15

5:34 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/19

3:35 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$259

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/29

8:00 am-1:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/5

7:19 am-9:21 pm

2 stops14h 02m

$480

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/15

7:30 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop3h 44m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/19

7:54 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops18h 06m

$515

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 4/8

5:32 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/9

9:49 am-3:46 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$527

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/10

7:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/14

6:15 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$535

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/30

5:07 pm-1:49 pm

2 stops20h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$558

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 4/8

6:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/9

6:30 am-10:14 am

1 stop3h 44m

$781

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/31

Compare providers for flights from Columbia to Richmond

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbia to Richmond in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbia-Richmond flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from Columbia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Richmond (average of $42). Flying from Columbia to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated January 2, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Columbia to Richmond. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,075 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Richmond?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Columbia to Richmond in just under 3h 33m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 26m. Columbia and Richmond are separated by a distance of 325 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    American Airlines, at $228, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbia to Richmond. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. American Airlines is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Richmond (average of $42). Flying from Columbia to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 Columbia to Richmond

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia 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 January 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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