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$46+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Richmond, BC, Canada

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SFO — YVR
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Richmond are usually found in September or October, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$105
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$46
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$245
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1010:15 amSFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Fri 9/127:00 amYVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Deal found 7/27$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1810:15 amSFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:15 amYVR - SFO
2 stops11h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$141

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San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

10:15 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/12

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$105

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

10:15 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/24

3:30 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$141

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

10:15 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$46

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

5:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$74

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

7:30 am-4:11 pm

2 stops8h 41m

$78

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

1:05 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$82

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

1:45 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$94

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

5:50 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$97

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

12:45 am-10:45 am

1 stop10h 00m

$115

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

6:00 am-2:08 pm

2 stops8h 08m

$122

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Richmond

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Richmond. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Richmond, you should look to book at least 86 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 San Francisco to Richmond?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond (average of $258). Flying from San Francisco to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 SFO to R1C?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 30, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Richmond, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Richmond?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Richmond. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Richmond flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Richmond

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to R1C are scheduled on a Monday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco 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 July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Francisco 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,837 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond. You should not have trouble finding flights to Richmond from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 39 outbound flights to Richmond per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Richmond. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Flair Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $46. United Airlines flights start at $74 while deals on WestJet start at $78 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Richmond?

    Before booking your flight to Richmond from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Jazz (94%), SkyWest Airlines (88%), Singapore Airlines( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,363 for a flight from San Francisco to Richmond. The cheapest flight overall is $26 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Vancouver Intl) is currently priced at $79.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Richmond?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond (average of $258). Flying from San Francisco to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Richmond

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapest$65Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$79Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$105Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$105Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$231Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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