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$55+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Richmond (DTT - 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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — RIC
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/2010:51 amDTW - RIC
1 stop7h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/2412:30 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop11h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/197:17 pmDTW - RIC
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/228:22 pmRIC - DTW
2 stops16h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/2110:51 amDTW - RIC
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/234:30 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 12/26:38 pmDTW - RIC
1 stop16h 47mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/49:49 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop16h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$191
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 12/56:58 pmDTW - RIC
1 stop16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/89:49 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop16h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/76:58 pmDTW - RIC
2 stops37h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/129:49 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/2010:51 amDTW - RIC
1 stop7h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/234:30 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$196
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/117:49 amDTW - RIC
1 stop13h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/149:49 pmRIC - DTW
2 stops16h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$199

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$389

Good round-trip deal

$239 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($155 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Richmond that are best for you.

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DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/7

5:58 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop20h 12m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/12

9:49 pm-8:20 am

1 stop10h 31m

$190

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

6:58 pm-11:18 am

1 stop16h 20m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/8

9:49 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$194

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

7:49 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/14

9:49 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops16h 18m

$199

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

7:17 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops22h 46m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/22

8:22 pm-9:26 am

1 stop13h 04m

$207

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

6:11 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 26m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-6:26 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$208

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

11:26 am-8:22 am

1 stop20h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/22

8:22 pm-10:31 am

1 stop14h 09m

$232

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

4:07 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-9:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

$239

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

9:31 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$239

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

9:31 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$239

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

3:15 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$80

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Richmond

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Richmond in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-Richmond flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Richmond

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Richmond (average of $42). Flying from Detroit to Richmond in April is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 DTT to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 November 4, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Detroit to Richmond by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Richmond. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

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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 November 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Detroit 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
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,113 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Richmond. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Richmond?

    If you book a flight from Detroit to Richmond, you will be flying from All airports to Byrd Intl. Flights to Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) from Detroit All airports (DTT) take 1h 36m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from All airports to Richmond per day from 3 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Richmond?

    A quick flight from Detroit to Richmond can take about 16h 20m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $194. The distance from Detroit to Richmond is about 456 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Richmond round-trip from $87. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $249, and Delta, from $260. Spirit Airlines is priced at 79% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Richmond?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Richmond on time: Air France (98%), Aeromexico (98%), Virgin Atlantic (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Richmond?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $207. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Richmond Byrd Intl) can be booked for $180 on average, our data indicates $355 when flying from Detroit to Richmond.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Richmond (average of $42). Flying from Detroit to Richmond in April is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Richmond

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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