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$76+ 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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — RIC
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$76
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 6/1810:30 amDTW - RIC
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/2210:50 amRIC - DTW
Nonstop1h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2910:20 amDTW - RIC
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/15:02 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop16h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/193:12 pmDTW - RIC
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/226:41 amRIC - DTW
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$239
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:30 amDTW - RIC
1 stop4h 34mJetBlue
Wed 6/46:00 amRIC - DTW
1 stop4h 43mJetBlue
Deal found 4/30$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 7/156:35 amDTW - RIC
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Tue 7/226:35 amRIC - DTW
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 6/1210:10 amDTW - RIC
Nonstop1h 42mDelta
Mon 6/166:00 amRIC - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/29$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/264:20 pmDTW - RIC
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/298:15 pmRIC - DTW
1 stop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$478

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Richmond that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Richmond

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Depart

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Price

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/18

10:30 am-8:36 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/22

10:50 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$175

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

10:20 am-8:46 pm

1 stop10h 26m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/1

5:02 pm-9:36 am

1 stop16h 34m

$189

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/19

3:12 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/22

6:41 am-10:35 am

1 stop3h 54m

$239

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/28

7:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop4h 43m

$247

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/15

6:35 am-2:10 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/22

6:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$291

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/12

10:10 am-11:52 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/16

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$299

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/29

9:44 am-11:30 pm

2 stops13h 46m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/4

8:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$423

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/31

10:27 am-5:36 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$76

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

5:39 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$120

DetroitRichmond

DTW - RIC

DTWRIC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/1

7:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$124

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 $281). Flying from Detroit to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 May 1, 2025.

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

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 March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Richmond

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Richmond. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to RIC are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Richmond by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

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 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 9 flights from All airports to Richmond per day from 3 airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Richmond round-trip from $175. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $239, and JetBlue, from $247. Spirit Airlines is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $76. Users have also found prices from $120 and $124 on American Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

  • 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: Aeromexico (90%), Virgin Atlantic (86%), WestJet (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Richmond?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $72. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Richmond Byrd Intl) can be booked for $178 on average our data indicates $309 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 $281). Flying from Detroit to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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