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$82+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIC
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$200
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$82
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$298

Good round-trip deal

$122 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
From California to Richmond Byrd Intl
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2210:16 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop10h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/259:59 amRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:59 amLAS - RIC
2 stops16h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/96:03 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2310:07 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop8h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/259:59 amRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:09 amLAS - RIC
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/96:03 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/295:45 amLAS - RIC
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Wed 11/124:15 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$214
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/210:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/610:09 amRIC - LAS
1 stop13h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$215
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/210:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/51:08 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop11h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/412:15 amLAS - RIC
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/96:03 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2710:07 pmLAS - RIC
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/96:03 pmRIC - LAS
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3012:45 amLAX - RIC
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/51:08 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop22h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$224
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2010:36 amLAS - RIC
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3010:35 amRIC - LAS
1 stop13h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:59 amLAS - RIC
2 stops16h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1011:53 amRIC - LAS
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$228

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Richmond that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Richmond

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

5:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/12

4:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$214

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/3

10:36 am-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/5

1:08 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$216

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/2

10:36 am-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/5

1:08 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$216

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/3

10:36 am-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/10

10:09 am-9:02 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$216

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/28

4:50 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$224

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

11:00 pm-11:35 am

2 stops9h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 11/18

6:10 am-2:25 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$224

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

6:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/11

4:10 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$230

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/2

12:55 am-10:10 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/10

10:09 am-9:02 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$234

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/1

10:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/9

6:03 pm-8:02 am

1 stop16h 59m

$236

Las VegasRichmond

LAS - RIC

LASRIC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/30

11:02 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/14

8:15 pm-10:07 am

1 stop16h 52m

$236

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Best time to book a flight from California to Richmond

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from California 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 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Richmond as you normally would.

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  • 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 5h 50m. Fly via Southwest, Spirit Airlines, 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 Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $82. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines, 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 Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl or San Diego - Richmond Byrd Intl, San Francisco - 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 $212 for a flight from California to Richmond. The cheapest flight overall is $105 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Richmond Byrd Intl) is currently priced at $161.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from California 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 7 airlines flying from California to Richmond

Discover the top 7 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$141Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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