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$161+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Richmond (RIC)

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CMH — RIC
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Richmond

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 December 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/247:45 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop3h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:25 amRIC - CMH
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/286:05 amCMH - RIC
1 stop3h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:30 amRIC - CMH
1 stop3h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/247:45 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop3h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/266:10 amRIC - CMH
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/304:40 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:25 amRIC - CMH
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$437
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/309:18 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop10h 27mBreeze Airways
Sat 1/39:29 pmRIC - CMH
2 stops21h 27mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/14$481
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/265:53 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:31 amRIC - CMH
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$512
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/289:13 pmCMH - RIC
2 stops22h 17mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/110:11 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$518
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/243:45 pmCMH - RIC
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Fri 12/266:10 amRIC - CMH
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/266:05 amCMH - RIC
1 stop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:57 pmRIC - CMH
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$631
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/1711:50 amCMH - RIC
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Fri 12/196:25 pmRIC - CMH
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/13$717

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$161
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August

Average price

$378
From Columbus to Richmond Byrd Intl
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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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Richmond that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Richmond

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Thu 1/8

10:40 am-10:04 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/12

12:50 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$161

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sat 1/10

5:45 am-10:04 pm

1 stop16h 19m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/18

11:06 am-10:58 am

1 stop23h 52m

$192

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Mon 1/12

6:06 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 49m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/15

12:50 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$198

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Fri 1/9

6:06 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 49m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/12

12:50 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$213

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Fri 1/16

6:06 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 49m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/18

12:50 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$245

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sat 1/10

6:06 am-10:04 pm

2 stops15h 58m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/18

12:50 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$246

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sat 1/17

5:45 am-10:04 pm

1 stop16h 19m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/25

8:20 am-10:47 am

2 stops26h 27m

$261

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sat 1/17

5:45 am-10:04 pm

1 stop16h 19m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/25

8:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop25h 20m

$263

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Tue 1/27

5:04 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/29

7:02 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$269

ColumbusRichmond

CMH - RIC

CMHRIC

Columbus

Sun 12/21

9:13 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop19h 56m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Richmond

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Richmond (average of $55). Flying from Columbus to Richmond in January is currently the most expensive (average of $205). 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 December 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus 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 11% on airfare.

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 December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Richmond by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,185 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Richmond?

    Departing from Columbus to Richmond will take you 11h 24m. The distance from Columbus to Richmond is about 346 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $156, 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 American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $223 and $226, respectively. These flights start at 51% 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $98. Users have also found prices from $108 and $114 on Southwest and United Airlines, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Richmond (average of $55). Flying from Columbus to Richmond in January is currently the most expensive (average of $205). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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