HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Richmond

$173+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Richmond (CAE - 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — RIC
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Columbia to Richmond with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(Trip.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$288
From Columbia Metropolitan to Richmond Byrd Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Columbia Metropolitan to Richmond Byrd Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Columbia to Richmond

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:37 amCAE - RIC
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/125:00 amRIC - CAE
1 stop3h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$259
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:06 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/255:11 pmRIC - CAE
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$264
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:00 amCAE - RIC
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:15 amRIC - CAE
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 9/126:00 amCAE - RIC
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/146:15 amRIC - CAE
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$289
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2710:20 amCAE - RIC
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/306:30 amRIC - CAE
1 stop3h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$299
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 9/1511:31 amCAE - RIC
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/196:56 pmRIC - CAE
1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$393
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:48 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop3h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/56:30 amRIC - CAE
1 stop3h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$397
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 9/1211:31 amCAE - RIC
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/147:00 amRIC - CAE
2 stops27h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$427
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:13 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/125:00 amRIC - CAE
1 stop3h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$452

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia 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 Columbia to Richmond that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbia

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/8

6:37 am-11:03 am

1 stop4h 26m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/12

5:00 am-8:26 am

1 stop3h 26m

$259

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/25

2:35 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/26

6:43 am-10:26 am

1 stop3h 43m

$259

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/28

8:34 pm-12:07 am

1 stop3h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/3

5:28 am-8:22 am

1 stop2h 54m

$289

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/27

10:20 am-6:08 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/30

6:30 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 19m

$299

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/2

7:48 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/5

6:30 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 19m

$397

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 10/10

6:13 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/12

5:00 am-8:26 am

1 stop3h 26m

$452

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/8

10:20 am-6:08 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/12

10:40 am-9:49 am

2 stops23h 09m

$502

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/14

7:11 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$173

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 10/13

7:48 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$228

ColumbiaRichmond

CAE - RIC

CAERIC

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/16

11:04 am-6:08 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$435

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/10

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from Columbia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbia to Richmond at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbia to Richmond?

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 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Columbia to Richmond. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia 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 Columbia to Richmond?

    American Airlines can get you from Columbia to Richmond in just under 4h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Columbia and Richmond are separated by a distance of 325 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to Richmond round-trip?

    Delta, at $228, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbia to Richmond. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Delta is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Richmond?

Book flights to Richmond if you plan to visit one of these locations
Doswell
Chester
Midlothian
Glen Allen
Emporia
Ashland

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Columbia to Richmond

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Charlotte to Dulles Intl flights
Charlotte to Reagan-National flights
Greenville to Dulles Intl flights
Charleston to Reagan-National flights
Charleston to Dulles Intl flights
Savannah to Dulles Intl flights
Savannah to Reagan-National flights
Columbia to Dulles Intl flights
Myrtle Beach to Dulles Intl flights
Columbia to Reagan-National flights
Greenville to Reagan-National flights
Myrtle Beach to Reagan-National flights
Augusta to Dulles Intl flights
Charlotte to Richmond flights
Charlotte to Norfolk flights
Charleston to Charlottesville flights
Savannah to Norfolk flights
Charleston to Richmond flights
Augusta to Reagan-National flights
Charlotte to Charlottesville flights
Charlotte to Raleigh flights
Charleston to Norfolk flights
Greenville to Norfolk flights
Greenville to Richmond flights
Charlotte to Roanoke flights
Charleston to Raleigh flights
Charleston to Roanoke flights
Savannah to Richmond flights
Hilton Head Island to Dulles Intl flights
Charlotte to Salisbury flights
Myrtle Beach to Richmond flights
Columbia to Roanoke flights
Charleston to Greensboro flights
Hilton Head Island to Norfolk flights
Savannah to Greensboro flights
Hilton Head Island to Reagan-National flights
Savannah to Raleigh flights
Greenville to Raleigh flights
Charlotte to Beckley flights
Greenville to Charlottesville flights
Myrtle Beach to Norfolk flights
Charlotte to Greensboro flights
Augusta to Richmond flights
Savannah to Newport News flights
Charleston to Salisbury flights
Savannah to Roanoke flights
Charlotte to Newport News flights
Savannah to Charlottesville flights
Charleston to Newport News flights

Top 2 airlines flying from Columbia to Richmond

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia 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
DeltaCheapest$228Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.