$126+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Richmond (SFO - 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Richmond
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $249 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $126 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $486 |
Good round-trip deal | $202 or less |
Good one-way deal | $118 or less |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Richmond
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to RichmondExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Wed 8/27
12:24 pm-8:41 pm
Nonstop5h 17m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 9/3
8:30 am-11:54 am
Nonstop6h 24m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Sat 8/30
1:10 pm-11:28 pm
1 stop7h 18m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 9/6
8:30 am-1:22 pm
1 stop7h 52m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Wed 8/27
11:30 am-11:16 pm
1 stop8h 46m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 9/4
12:06 pm-8:53 pm
1 stop11h 47m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Sat 8/30
8:40 am-11:05 pm
2 stops11h 25m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 9/6
6:00 am-12:31 pm
1 stop9h 31m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Thu 8/14
11:35 am-12:31 am
1 stop9h 56m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Tue 8/19
7:10 am-2:24 pm
1 stop10h 14m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Thu 8/14
11:59 pm-5:41 pm
1 stop14h 42m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Mon 8/18
6:20 pm-5:26 pm
1 stop26h 06m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Tue 8/5
9:55 am-12:05 am
2 stops11h 10m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 8/9
7:00 am-4:25 pm
1 stop12h 25m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Thu 7/10
11:59 pm-5:17 pm
1 stop14h 18m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 7/16
8:30 am-11:39 am
Nonstop6h 09m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Wed 8/20
6:10 am-4:34 pm
1 stop7h 24m
San FranciscoRichmond
SFO - RIC
SFORIC
San Francisco
Thu 7/10
9:35 pm-9:00 am
1 stop8h 25m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Richmond
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Richmond. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Richmond, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to RIC?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Richmond is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.
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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Richmond, such as Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Richmond
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$145 | Average$287 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$379 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$228 | Average$397 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$252 | Average$472 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$333 | Average$477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |