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$59+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Richmond (SAN - 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RIC
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$195
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$59
(FlightHub)

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September

Average price

$405
From San Diego to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:15 amSAN - RIC
2 stops13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1711:15 amRIC - SAN
2 stops15h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/177:47 pmSAN - RIC
2 stops18h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/2411:15 amRIC - SAN
2 stops23h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$234
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:01 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/67:00 amRIC - SAN
2 stops27h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$241
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/248:15 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop12h 04mJetBlue
Tue 10/2811:00 amRIC - SAN
1 stop11h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 8/13$267
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:15 amSAN - RIC
2 stops13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/111:15 amRIC - SAN
2 stops15h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$275
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/177:47 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/2411:15 amRIC - SAN
2 stops23h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/46:15 amSAN - RIC
2 stops13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/137:00 amRIC - SAN
2 stops27h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/241:02 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/16:15 amRIC - SAN
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/48:25 amSAN - RIC
1 stop8h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1410:17 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$290
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:15 amSAN - RIC
2 stops13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/610:09 amRIC - SAN
2 stops15h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$291
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/31:17 pmSAN - RIC
3 stops25h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/77:00 amRIC - SAN
2 stops27h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$296

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Richmond that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Richmond

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-10:55 pm

2 stops13h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/17

11:15 am-11:34 pm

2 stops15h 19m

$195

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Wed 9/17

7:47 pm-5:21 pm

2 stops18h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/24

11:15 am-7:29 am

2 stops23h 14m

$234

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Sat 8/30

7:01 pm-12:55 pm

3 stops14h 54m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/6

7:00 am-7:29 am

2 stops27h 29m

$241

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Sun 10/26

8:42 pm-10:15 am

1 stop10h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/3

6:10 am-1:42 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$267

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Mon 10/20

8:15 pm-11:19 am

1 stop12h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/31

6:10 am-1:42 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$267

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Sun 10/19

8:15 pm-11:19 am

1 stop12h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/31

11:00 am-7:26 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$267

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Mon 10/20

8:15 pm-11:19 am

1 stop12h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/29

11:00 am-7:26 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$267

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Sun 10/19

8:15 pm-11:19 am

1 stop12h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 10/27

6:10 am-1:42 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$267

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Fri 10/24

8:15 pm-11:19 am

1 stop12h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/28

11:00 am-7:26 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$267

San DiegoRichmond

SAN - RIC

SANRIC

San Diego

Tue 9/16

6:15 am-10:55 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$59

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Richmond

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Richmond

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Richmond. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Richmond may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Richmond is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 52% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Richmond?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Richmond flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego 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
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $98, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Richmond and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $332 and $346, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Richmond for 78% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Richmond?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from San Diego 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$332Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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