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$95+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Richmond (PHL - 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — RIC
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Richmond

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Mon 10/51:55 pm
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop8h 44m
JetBlue
Wed 10/74:39 pm
RIC
-
PHL
1 stop5h 25m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/26$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/227:45 am
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop6h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/254:51 pm
RIC
-
PHL
1 stop27h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/242:45 pm
PHL
-
RIC
2 stops17h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/266:04 pm
RIC
-
PHL
1 stop7h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$279
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/254:59 pm
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop6h 34m
JetBlue
Fri 8/288:10 am
RIC
-
PHL
1 stop8h 31m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/24$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 10/227:45 am
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Sun 10/253:00 pm
RIC
-
PHL
2 stops27h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 8/229:16 pm
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/296:04 pm
RIC
-
PHL
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Wed 8/126:33 pm
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2012:01 pm
RIC
-
PHL
2 stops19h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/85:15 am
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop8h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/1110:12 pm
RIC
-
PHL
2 stops34h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$315
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 9/49:28 am
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop7h 56m
JetBlue
Mon 9/78:10 am
RIC
-
PHL
1 stop7h 56m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/24$323
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:35 pm
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop5h 58m
JetBlue
Fri 8/288:10 am
RIC
-
PHL
1 stop8h 31m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/24$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/256:40 pm
PHL
-
RIC
1 stop22h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/2810:55 am
RIC
-
PHL
2 stops9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$328

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$95
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$916

Good round-trip deal

$625 or less

Good one-way deal

$386 or less
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One-way flight from Philadelphia to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($116 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Richmond that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Thu 10/29

8:15 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/30

11:45 am-5:32 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$257

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Mon 10/5

1:55 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/7

4:39 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$257

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Thu 10/1

3:57 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 10/5

4:40 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$257

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Thu 10/8

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/11

6:34 am-1:02 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$257

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Fri 8/14

2:05 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/16

6:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$483
Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Sat 9/19

8:30 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/20

6:31 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$531

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Fri 8/7

2:05 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/9

6:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$559

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Sat 8/22

4:59 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/23

8:10 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$571

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Tue 8/25

8:20 am-6:06 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/26

10:45 am-12:59 am

2 stops14h 14m

$648

PhiladelphiaRichmond

PHL - RIC

PHLRIC

Philadelphia

Mon 10/5

9:34 am-9:10 pm

1 stop11h 36m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/7

7:59 pm-10:11 am

2 stops14h 12m

$716

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Deals found on 7/23

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Richmond in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Philadelphia-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Richmond

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Richmond (average of $476). Flying from Philadelphia to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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 PHL to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 July 27, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Richmond at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Richmond. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Richmond?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to Richmond flights typically cost between $571 and $889 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $257 on JetBlue (Oct 5-Oct 7).

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 July 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Philadelphia 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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,837 reviews

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

ameenah,Feb 2024

PHL - DFW

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,837 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,837 reviews

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

ameenah,Feb 2024

PHL - DFW

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?

    Richmond Byrd Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Richmond from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Byrd Intl (RIC) should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily flights to Richmond from 1 airline. 1h 20m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Richmond Byrd Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    JetBlue can get you from Philadelphia to Richmond in just under 8h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 198 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Richmond round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $474, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Richmond.. American Airlines is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to Richmond consider choosing American Airlines (79%), Piedmont Airlines (79%) or Alaska Airlines (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Richmond? While on average our users pay $554, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $312. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Richmond Byrd Intl), is priced around $257.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Richmond (average of $476). Flying from Philadelphia to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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 airline flying from Philadelphia to Richmond

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$474Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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