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$88+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Richmond (IND - RIC)

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IND — RIC
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$158
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$88
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$382
From Indianapolis to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:30 amIND - RIC
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/21:08 pmRIC - IND
1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$158
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:00 amIND - RIC
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/57:30 pmRIC - IND
1 stop15h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/58:15 amIND - RIC
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Thu 8/76:10 amRIC - IND
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 8/278:10 amIND - RIC
1 stop3h 37mDelta
Sun 8/316:00 amRIC - IND
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/28$262
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/216:00 amIND - RIC
1 stop5h 37mSun Country Air
Thu 7/241:11 pmRIC - IND
1 stop25h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/30$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Mon 8/258:00 amIND - RIC
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/36:15 amRIC - IND
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/28$306

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Richmond that are best for you.

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Richmond

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Return

Price

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Mon 9/29

5:30 am-12:13 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/2

1:08 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$158

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Mon 9/29

6:35 am-3:50 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/2

6:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 45m

$242

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Fri 8/29

6:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/2

5:09 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$276

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Mon 7/21

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/24

1:11 pm-2:42 pm

1 stop25h 31m

$285

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Mon 7/28

7:01 am-5:49 pm

1 stop10h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/2

4:17 pm-10:23 pm

3 stops30h 06m

$317

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Mon 7/28

5:45 am-9:37 am

1 stop3h 52m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/4

8:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$372

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Sun 8/3

4:02 pm-8:37 am

1 stop16h 35m

$88

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Thu 8/14

5:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$89

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Mon 9/1

5:09 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$119

IndianapolisRichmond

IND - RIC

INDRIC

Indianapolis

Mon 9/1

5:35 am-1:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Richmond. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Indianapolis to Richmond, you should look to book at least 42 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 Indianapolis to Richmond?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Indianapolis to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 IND to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 July 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Richmond at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Indianapolis to Richmond by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
340 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Richmond round-trip from $158. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $242, and Delta, from $276. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Indianapolis to Richmond are Spirit Airlines ($89), American Airlines ($119), and Southwest ($179).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Indianapolis to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 5 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$239Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$301Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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