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$73+ Cheap flights from California 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIC
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Richmond

Cheapest flights from California to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:45 amONT - RIC
1 stop6h 37mFrontier
Thu 1/15:17 pmRIC - ONT
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$278
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:29 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/15:17 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/251:29 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/66:24 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$287
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:34 amLAX - RIC
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Sun 1/45:17 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/257:25 amLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Thu 1/18:00 amRIC - LAX
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/17$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/317:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/62:47 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/78:25 pmRIC - SFO
2 stops38h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/258:40 amLAX - RIC
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:00 amRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:35 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/145:23 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/317:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/217:06 amRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/251:29 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:11 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$329
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/142:24 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$338

Find flight deals from California to Richmond

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Round-trip from

$182
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One-way from

$73
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September

Average price

$491

Good round-trip deal

$244 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Richmond that are best for you.

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Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/19

12:28 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/26

6:30 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$208

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/6

9:50 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/13

8:39 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$227

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

11:20 pm-10:07 am

1 stop7h 47m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

2:24 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$230

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/8

10:58 pm-10:07 am

1 stop8h 09m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/12

12:07 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$233

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/7

10:58 pm-11:30 am

1 stop9h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/8

12:40 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$233

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/6

11:39 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop10h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/9

2:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$249

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/6

9:50 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops16h 19m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/9

12:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 54m

$261

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

8:45 pm-10:18 am

1 stop10h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/7

9:45 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$261

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Tue 3/24

11:10 am-11:26 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/7

9:45 am-7:07 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$265

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/26

12:28 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/2

9:08 am-11:43 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$268

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Best time to book a flight from California to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Richmond

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Richmond?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from California to Richmond in December is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 CA to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Richmond in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Richmond?

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

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 California?

    For a flight from California to Richmond, you will be flying into Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Richmond flight route?

    The California to Richmond Byrd Intl flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Richmond?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Richmond in 8h 09m. Fly via Frontier, JetBlue, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2080 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $101. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways, as they are both options that can get you from California to Richmond for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Richmond?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Richmond Byrd Intl or Ontario - Richmond Byrd Intl, Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl is the most popular route from California to Richmond.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Richmond?

    On average you can expect to pay $236 for a flight from California to Richmond. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl) is currently priced at $222.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Richmond?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from California to Richmond in December is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Richmond

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$145Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$147Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$163Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$196Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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