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$70+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Richmond (DTT - 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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — RIC
May 22 — May 291
Fri 5/22
Fri 5/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Richmond

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 5/177:55 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop9h 45m
Frontier
Sun 5/246:25 pm
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop18h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$176
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/177:55 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/246:00 am
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop5h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 5/196:10 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Tue 5/266:50 am
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21$224
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/217:55 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/2811:13 am
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop6h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$232
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/247:45 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop8h 06m
JetBlue
Sat 5/3011:13 am
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop6h 07m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/20$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/276:05 pm
DTW
-
RIC
2 stops22h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/315:28 pm
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$238
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/287:45 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop8h 06m
JetBlue
Mon 6/16:00 am
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop6h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/20$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 5/196:10 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Sat 5/235:20 pm
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 6/36:05 pm
DTW
-
RIC
2 stops22h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/85:28 pm
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$245
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 5/307:45 am
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop8h 05m
JetBlue
Mon 6/16:00 am
RIC
-
DTW
1 stop6h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/19$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/110:16 pm
DTW
-
RIC
1 stop20h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/75:28 pm
RIC
-
DTW
2 stops14h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$248

Find flight deals from Detroit to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$176
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$459

Good round-trip deal

$369 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Richmond Byrd Intl flight deals.
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From Detroit (DTT) to Richmond Byrd Intl
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One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Richmond Byrd Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Richmond Byrd Intl.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 April 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Richmond that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/24

7:45 am-3:51 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/30

11:13 am-5:20 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$233

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

10:05 am-11:44 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/3

1:01 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$309

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

6:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$319
Quickest round-trip

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/20

2:58 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/27

5:20 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$319

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

6:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/7

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$333

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/23

10:05 am-11:46 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/29

5:06 pm-7:04 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$349

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/21

5:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 5/25

6:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$374

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/5

8:40 am-4:30 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/12

6:10 pm-12:05 am

2 stops5h 55m

$377
Cheapest one-way

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/8

6:15 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$178

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

5:35 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$185

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Deals found on 4/20

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Richmond in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 Detroit-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Detroit-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 Detroit to Richmond

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Richmond (average of $65). Flying from Detroit to Richmond in April is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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 DTT to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 April 22, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from Detroit to Richmond by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Richmond

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Richmond. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 22, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to RIC are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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 April 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Detroit 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
8,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,430 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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 Detroit to Richmond. 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 Detroit to Richmond?

    If you book a flight from Detroit to Richmond, you will be flying from All airports to Byrd Intl. Flights to Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) from Detroit All airports (DTT) take 1h 39m for a nonstop flight. There are 10 flights from All airports to Richmond per day from 3 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Richmond?

    A quick flight from Detroit to Richmond can take about 1h 39m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. The distance from Detroit to Richmond is about 456 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Richmond round-trip from $65. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $259, and American Airlines, from $298. Spirit Airlines is priced at 81% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Richmond on time: Republic Airways (95%), Aeromexico (92%), SkyWest Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Richmond?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $248. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Richmond Byrd Intl) can be booked for $224 on average, our data indicates $498 when flying from Detroit to Richmond.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Richmond (average of $65). Flying from Detroit to Richmond in April is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Richmond

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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