$91+ 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RIC
Jan 25 — Feb 11
1 adult, Economy
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Richmond
Cheapest flights from San Diego to RichmondExplore 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 December 26, 2025.
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 December 26, 2025.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/256:25 amSAN - RIC
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Sun 12/285:17 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/24![Frontier logo]()
$393
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/306:25 amSAN - RIC
1 stop7h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/108:35 amRIC - SAN
1 stop13h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:01 pmSAN - RIC
2 stops14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3112:14 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24![American Airlines logo]()
$756
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:25 amSAN - RIC
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Wed 12/3110:14 amRIC - SAN
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/24![Delta logo]()
$808
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/259:14 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop19h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/288:25 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$846
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/309:45 amSAN - RIC
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Sat 1/106:10 amRIC - SAN
2 stops12h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25![Southwest logo]()
$872
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:40 pmSAN - RIC
2 stops13h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:10 amRIC - SAN
2 stops14h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24![United Airlines logo]()
$948
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:40 amSAN - RIC
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Sun 12/2812:10 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24![Southwest logo]()
$1,087
Find 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 December 26, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $217 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $91 (Frontier) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $577 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 December 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Richmond that are best for you.
Fly from
San Diego
Fly to
Richmond
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Thu 1/15
6:25 am-5:29 pm
1 stop8h 04m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sun 1/18
6:14 pm-12:15 am
1 stop9h 01m
$217
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Thu 1/8
6:36 am-6:02 pm
1 stop8h 26m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sun 1/11
6:57 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 02m
$288
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Sat 1/17
6:30 am-4:49 pm
1 stop7h 19m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sun 1/18
3:45 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop10h 00m
$307
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Thu 1/22
9:45 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop19h 20m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 1/29
8:20 am-1:57 pm
2 stops32h 37m
$309
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Thu 1/15
9:12 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop19h 53m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sun 1/18
8:20 am-12:24 am
2 stops19h 04m
$320
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Tue 3/24
8:36 pm-10:18 am
1 stop10h 42m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Tue 4/7
9:45 am-7:07 pm
1 stop12h 22m
$337
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Mon 3/23
9:58 pm-12:15 pm
2 stops35h 17m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 4/2
9:08 am-12:38 pm
1 stop30h 30m
$339
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Wed 1/21
9:30 pm-1:27 pm
1 stop12h 57m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Tue 1/27
8:35 am-7:50 pm
2 stops14h 15m
$347
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Thu 1/15
2:20 pm-12:25 am
1 stop7h 05m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Tue 1/20
5:00 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop8h 45m
$357
San DiegoRichmond
SAN - RIC
SANRIC
San Diego
Sat 1/17
6:30 am-4:49 pm
1 stop7h 19m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Mon 1/19
4:59 pm-12:05 am
1 stop10h 06m
$357
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Richmond in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-Richmond flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Estimated round-trip price
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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 December 19, 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 87 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Richmond (average of $99). Flying from San Diego to Richmond in April is currently the most expensive (average of $170). 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 December 26, 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 51% on airfare.
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 December 26, 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$146 | Average$358 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$196 | Average$272 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$321 | Average$479 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$350 | Average$477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$356 | Average$466 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$388 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |