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$109+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Richmond (SFO - RIC)

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SFO — RIC
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$205
(Expedia)

One-way from

$109
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$394

Good round-trip deal

$164 or less

Good one-way deal

$136 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Richmond
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3012:24 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 17mBreeze Airways
Sat 9/68:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/16$205
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3012:24 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 17mBreeze Airways
Wed 9/38:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/16$218
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2012:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Wed 10/18:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/17$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 12/912:27 amSFO - RIC
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/244:05 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 8/306:33 amSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/64:11 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$235
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Wed 9/248:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/18$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sun 8/317:05 amSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/77:31 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/229:35 amSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/297:51 amRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/910:30 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/136:15 amRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$252
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Wed 10/227:00 amSFO - RIC
1 stop11h 52mJetBlue
Mon 10/275:46 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 8/16$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/306:00 amSFO - RIC
2 stops9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/185:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$256

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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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Richmond that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Richmond

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Price

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/6

8:30 am-11:54 am

Nonstop6h 24m

$205

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/3

8:30 am-11:54 am

Nonstop6h 24m

$218

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

12:39 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/18

8:30 am-11:54 am

Nonstop6h 24m

$218

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

12:39 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/1

8:30 am-11:54 am

Nonstop6h 24m

$228

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Wed 12/10

6:21 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/24

7:08 pm-12:29 am

1 stop8h 21m

$234

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

6:33 am-6:44 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/6

4:11 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$235

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

12:39 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/24

8:30 am-11:54 am

Nonstop6h 24m

$240

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

7:05 am-7:33 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/7

7:31 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 44m

$247

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$109

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$116

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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 August 8, 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 August 18, 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 38% on airfare.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Richmond chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Minneapolis (MSP) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Richmond on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Richmond, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Washington, D.C. (IAD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $252.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Richmond?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Richmond, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 17m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Richmond, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 05m.

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 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Richmond, such as Southwest, Delta, and Breeze Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
196 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Richmond. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Richmond flight route?

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Richmond?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Richmond in 5h 17m. Fly via Breeze Airways to get the fastest option. There are 2442 mi between San Francisco and Richmond. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Richmond is Breeze Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $135 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and American Airlines, starting at $168 and $225 round-trip. Breeze Airways is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Richmond? While on average our users pay $231, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $129. The most popular route (San Francisco - Richmond Byrd Intl), is priced around $205.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Richmond?

    San Francisco to Richmond flights have a layover in Charlotte most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame are the most popular attractions in Charlotte if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers can rent a car at Charlotte Douglas for an average daily rate of $48 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Richmond flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Richmond is Atlanta.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Richmond?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Richmond

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$160Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$168Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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