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$129+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Richmond (ALB - 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — RIC
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$306
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/46:15 amALB - RIC
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Tue 10/78:20 amRIC - ALB
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/85:45 amALB - RIC
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Wed 10/155:17 pmRIC - ALB
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/12$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/286:10 pmALB - RIC
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Thu 10/307:00 amRIC - ALB
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 9/15$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/286:00 amALB - RIC
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Thu 10/306:25 amRIC - ALB
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/95:45 amALB - RIC
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Tue 10/147:47 pmRIC - ALB
1 stop3h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/15$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/156:00 amALB - RIC
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Tue 10/218:20 amRIC - ALB
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/165:45 amALB - RIC
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Fri 10/177:47 pmRIC - ALB
1 stop3h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/14$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/125:45 amALB - RIC
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Sun 10/197:00 amRIC - ALB
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 9/14$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/86:00 amALB - RIC
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Tue 10/146:30 amRIC - ALB
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$362

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Richmond that are best for you.

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AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Sat 10/4

6:15 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/7

8:20 am-1:15 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$179

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Wed 10/8

5:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/15

5:17 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$197

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Wed 10/8

5:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/14

7:47 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop3h 15m

$257

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Wed 10/15

5:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$257

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Tue 10/28

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/30

6:10 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 05m

$292

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Fri 10/31

6:10 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/3

7:00 am-1:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$292

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Tue 10/28

5:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/30

7:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$292

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Mon 11/24

5:45 am-9:52 am

1 stop4h 07m

$129

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Wed 11/26

5:21 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 58m

$159

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Thu 10/9

5:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 00m

$184

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to Richmond

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Richmond?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Albany, New York 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 ALB to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany 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 September 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Albany, New York to Richmond is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 50% on airfare.

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 September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Albany 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Albany, New York to Richmond?

    There are many flights that can get you from Albany, New York to Richmond in 4h. Fly via Southwest or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 407 mi between Albany, New York and Richmond. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Richmond round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Richmond, with prices starting at $228. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $246 and $316, respectively. Delta is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Richmond one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $129. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Albany, New York to Richmond for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany 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 Albany, New York to Richmond?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Albany, New York 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 3 airlines flying from Albany to Richmond

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albany 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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