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$52+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Richmond, BC, Canada

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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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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 Tuesday 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 April 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$91
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$52
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$227
From San Francisco to Richmond
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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 April 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:15 amSFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Sat 5/177:00 amYVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Deal found 4/29$91
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/410:15 amSFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1612:00 pmYVR - SFO
2 stops9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$133
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/59:03 pmSFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/98:10 amYVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/56:05 pmSFO - YVR
1 stop6h 05mWestJet
Sat 8/93:30 pmYVR - SFO
1 stop5h 55mWestJet
Deal found 4/29$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/14:33 pmSFO - YVR
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Fri 7/117:28 amYVR - SFO
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/29$222
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:49 pmSFO - YVR
1 stop12h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/311:17 pmYVR - SFO
2 stops8h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$223
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:58 pmSFO - YVR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Sun 5/188:35 amYVR - SFO
1 stop12h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/99:37 amSFO - YVR
2 stops25h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/101:25 pmYVR - SFO
2 stops19h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$234

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Richmond that are best for you.

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San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

10:15 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$91

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

10:15 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 6/16

12:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$133

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

9:03 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 8/9

8:10 am-10:33 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$167

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

6:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 05m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 8/9

3:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$203

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

4:33 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 7/11

7:28 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$222

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

8:49 pm-9:38 am

1 stop12h 49m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 5/31

1:17 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$223

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

10:58 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 5/18

8:35 am-9:05 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$225

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

9:37 am-10:53 am

2 stops25h 16m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/10

1:25 pm-8:57 am

2 stops19h 32m

$234

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

10:15 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$52

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sat 6/28

9:03 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$64

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 April 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 April 30, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to R1C are scheduled on a Tuesday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Richmond ranges from 1.4 - 7.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Richmond, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,823 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 14 outbound flights to Richmond per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 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 $52. United Airlines flights start at $64 while deals on WestJet start at $77 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: TAP AIR PORTUGAL (92%), Jazz (90%), Avianca( 86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $875 for a flight from San Francisco to Richmond. The cheapest flight overall is $49 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Vancouver Intl) is currently priced at $78.

  • 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Richmond

Discover the top 7 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapest$76Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$82Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$110Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$114Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
CitizenPlaneCheapest$163Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$231Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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