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$150+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIC
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$306
(Southwest)

One-way from

$149
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$353
From Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/305:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Wed 9/312:35 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$306
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:45 amLAX - RIC
2 stops18h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/76:33 pmRIC - LAX
2 stops29h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2712:10 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Tue 9/25:30 amRIC - LAX
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 7/30$317
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Tue 8/191:00 pmLAX - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Sun 9/218:33 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/1$318
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/411:15 amLAX - RIC
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/218:33 amRIC - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:10 amLAX - RIC
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/27:01 amRIC - LAX
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$322
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1911:00 amLAX - RIC
1 stop9h 16mJetBlue
Wed 8/272:32 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop10h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 8/1$323
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1711:55 pmLAX - RIC
1 stop14h 52mSun Country Air
Fri 8/226:06 pmRIC - LAX
1 stop7h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/2$355

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 August 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Richmond that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

5:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/3

12:35 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$306

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

12:45 am-10:10 pm

2 stops18h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/7

6:33 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$307

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

12:10 pm-12:31 am

1 stop9h 21m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/2

5:30 am-9:37 am

1 stop7h 07m

$317

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

1:00 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/21

8:33 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 06m

$318

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

11:15 am-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/21

8:33 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 06m

$321

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

6:10 am-6:44 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/2

7:01 am-11:44 am

1 stop7h 43m

$322

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

11:00 am-11:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/27

2:32 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$323

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Sun 8/17

11:55 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop14h 52m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/22

6:06 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$355

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

12:45 am-10:55 pm

2 stops19h 10m

$150

Los AngelesRichmond

LAX - RIC

LAXRIC

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

11:45 am-12:05 am

2 stops9h 20m

$161

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Richmond

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Richmond?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Richmond. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Richmond is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 August 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Richmond as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Richmond. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 August 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Breeze Airways from Irvine to Richmond have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,915 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Irvine to Richmond. 7 airlines have flights to Byrd Intl from Irvine on a regular basis. Booking flights from Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Richmond flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Irvine to Richmond Byrd Intl.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $150 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $151 and Southwest from $161 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Richmond?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to Richmond? While on average our users pay $298, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $104. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Richmond Byrd Intl), is priced around $216.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Irvine 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 7 airlines flying from Irvine to Richmond

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 August 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$194Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$231Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$261Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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