HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Richmond

$125+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — RIC
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Hobby to Richmond with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Richmond

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Tue 1/65:30 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:40 amHOU - RIC
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:14 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/243:45 pmHOU - RIC
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:30 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/316:00 amHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Wed 1/75:40 amRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/2$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Mon 1/56:00 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Fri 12/126:00 amHOU - RIC
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Sun 1/115:40 amRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/4$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/255:40 amHOU - RIC
2 stops8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:14 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/306:40 pmHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Tue 1/65:40 amRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/2$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/137:25 amHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Sat 12/209:15 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/243:45 pmHOU - RIC
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/306:25 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$352

Find flight deals from Hobby to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$195
(Southwest)

One-way from

$125
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$373
Provider with most accurate pricing for Houston Hobby-Richmond Byrd Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Houston Hobby-Richmond Byrd Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Houston Hobby to Richmond Byrd Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Richmond Byrd Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/30

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/2

4:05 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$209

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/12

5:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$209

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/26

5:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$209

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/23

5:04 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/25

5:40 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 41m

$249

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/14

5:04 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 21m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/29

5:40 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 41m

$249

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

5:45 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/13

5:40 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 41m

$249

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 16m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/31

5:40 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 41m

$259

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

7:30 am-4:40 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/10

6:15 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$266

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/24

3:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/2

5:30 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$293

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/1

5:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$125

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/4

Showing 1-10 of 18 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to Richmond in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-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 Houston Hobby Airport-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 Hobby to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Richmond. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond (average of $50). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 HOU to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 December 4, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,157 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    For a flight from Houston Hobby to Richmond, you will be flying into Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city. Byrd Intl is the only Richmond airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day. 5 airlines have flights to Richmond Byrd Intl from Houston Hobby on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond in just under 4h 28m. Your travel time can differ by up to 27m. The distance between Houston Hobby Airport and Richmond is about 1164 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond round-trip from $140. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $236, and American Airlines, from $238. Spirit Airlines is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $81. Users have also found prices from $99 and $119 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond (average of $50). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Richmond?

Book flights to Richmond if you plan to visit one of these locations
Doswell
Midlothian
Chester
Glen Allen
Emporia
Hopewell
Ashland

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Hobby to Richmond

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Hobby to Dulles Intl flights
Hobby to Reagan-National flights
George Bush Intcntl to Dulles Intl flights
George Bush Intcntl to Reagan-National flights
Hobby to Raleigh flights
George Bush Intcntl to Raleigh flights
George Bush Intcntl to Richmond flights
Hobby to Norfolk flights
George Bush Intcntl to Norfolk flights
Hobby to Roanoke flights
Hobby to Greensboro flights
George Bush Intcntl to Greensboro flights
George Bush Intcntl to Roanoke flights
Hobby to Blountville flights
Hobby to Lynchburg flights
Hobby to Charlottesville flights
Hobby to Newport News flights
George Bush Intcntl to Blountville flights
George Bush Intcntl to Charlottesville flights
George Bush Intcntl to Newport News flights
George Bush Intcntl to Lynchburg flights
Hobby to Salisbury flights
George Bush Intcntl to Salisbury flights
Hobby to Lewisburg flights
George Bush Intcntl to Staunton flights

Top 5 airlines flying from Hobby to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$140Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.