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$126+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — RIC
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$287
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$308
From Albany Intl to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 8/810:43 amALB - RIC
3 stops21h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/105:00 pmRIC - ALB
1 stop16h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/2512:14 pmALB - RIC
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Tue 7/295:46 pmRIC - ALB
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/12$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2712:53 pmALB - RIC
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/16:00 amRIC - ALB
2 stops5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/255:20 amALB - RIC
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Tue 7/296:35 amRIC - ALB
2 stops15h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 9/206:00 amALB - RIC
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/226:15 amRIC - ALB
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$339

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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 June 12, 2025.
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AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Fri 8/8

10:43 am-8:37 am

3 stops21h 54m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/10

5:00 pm-9:53 am

1 stop16h 53m

$287

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Fri 7/25

12:14 pm-5:06 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/29

5:46 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$302

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Fri 6/27

12:53 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-11:54 am

2 stops5h 54m

$317

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Fri 7/25

5:20 am-10:55 am

1 stop5h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/29

6:35 am-10:30 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$318

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/22

6:15 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$339

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Tue 9/30

7:24 am-12:46 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$126

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Sun 7/13

5:45 am-9:06 am

1 stop3h 21m

$154

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Mon 7/7

6:46 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$181

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Thu 7/10

5:20 am-5:30 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$184

AlbanyRichmond

ALB - RIC

ALBRIC

Albany Intl

Mon 7/7

6:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$403

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Albany to Richmond

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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 12, 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.

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 2.8 - 4.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 2.8 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albany to Richmond, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 Albany 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 Albany, New York to Richmond round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Richmond, with prices starting at $302. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $317 and $318, respectively. Delta is 20% 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 American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $126. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$223Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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