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$79+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RIC
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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

$177
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$79
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$393
From Columbus to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus 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.
Thu 6/265:45 amCMH - RIC
1 stop12h 07mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/309:31 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop11h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$177
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1712:55 pmCMH - RIC
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Tue 9/237:30 amRIC - CMH
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$234
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2612:38 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Sat 8/26:00 amRIC - CMH
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/11$249
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/256:00 amCMH - RIC
2 stops14h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/294:58 pmRIC - CMH
3 stops39h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$289
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/66:00 amCMH - RIC
1 stop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/96:30 amRIC - CMH
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/48:50 amCMH - RIC
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/76:25 amRIC - CMH
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$303
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/141:07 pmCMH - RIC
3 stops19h 34mBreeze Airways
Mon 6/162:05 pmRIC - CMH
2 stops22h 34mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/10$851

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Richmond that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Thu 6/26

5:45 am-5:52 pm

1 stop12h 07m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/30

9:31 pm-8:54 am

1 stop11h 23m

$177

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sat 7/26

12:38 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/2

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 14m

$249

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Wed 6/25

6:00 am-8:36 pm

2 stops14h 36m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/29

4:58 pm-8:54 am

3 stops39h 56m

$289

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-9:37 am

1 stop3h 37m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/9

6:30 am-11:02 am

1 stop4h 32m

$298

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Fri 7/4

8:50 am-1:57 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/7

6:25 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$303

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Fri 7/18

6:10 am-12:35 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 7/27

6:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 55m

$323

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Thu 6/26

10:04 am-8:36 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$79

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Wed 7/9

8:37 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops19h 33m

$179

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Tue 7/8

2:09 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$245

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Thu 6/26

12:22 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$404

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Richmond

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 Columbus to Richmond is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% 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.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from Columbus to Richmond have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Richmond. You should not have trouble finding flights to Byrd Intl from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Richmond airport from Columbus. It is only a 6.9 mi journey from Byrd Intl (RIC) to Richmond’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $177, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Columbus to Richmond and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $249 and $298, respectively. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $245 and $404 on United Airlines and Breeze Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Columbus 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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