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$72+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond (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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIC
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/612:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Sat 12/138:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/28$181
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/312:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Sat 12/138:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/28$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/1012:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/129:49 pmRIC - SFO
2 stops27h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/1312:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Wed 12/178:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/29$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/611:33 pmSFO - RIC
2 stops14h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/138:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/312:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/74:30 pmRIC - SFO
2 stops18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sat 12/612:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/89:33 amRIC - SFO
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:34 amSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:53 amRIC - SFO
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/88:48 amSFO - RIC
2 stops20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/39:40 amOAK - RIC
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Sun 12/71:05 pmRIC - OAK
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 12/1212:55 pmSJC - RIC
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Mon 12/155:59 pmRIC - SJC
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 10/29$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/126:30 amSJC - RIC
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Mon 12/1512:10 pmRIC - SJC
2 stops11h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$391

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

9:16 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 59m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/10

11:00 am-7:34 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$279

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

12:30 pm-12:27 am

1 stop8h 57m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop8h 17m

$337

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Fri 12/12

10:45 pm-11:56 am

1 stop10h 11m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/15

12:30 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$347

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

1:45 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/17

6:05 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 08m

$357

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

12:30 pm-12:18 am

1 stop8h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop7h 44m

$357

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

12:30 pm-12:32 am

1 stop9h 02m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/16

5:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop8h 25m

$357

San JoseRichmond

SJC - RIC

SJCRIC

San Jose

Mon 1/19

10:30 pm-8:59 am

1 stop7h 29m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/26

12:44 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$364

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

9:44 pm-10:47 am

1 stop10h 03m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/4

11:00 am-8:27 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$375

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Wed 12/3

9:40 am-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/7

1:05 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$378

San FranciscoRichmond

SFO - RIC

SFORIC

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

8:20 am-10:20 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/11

4:15 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$378

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond in September is currently the most expensive (average of $192). 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 XIH to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 30, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Richmond from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond.

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

    Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond Byrd Intl.

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

    For as low as $337, JetBlue can have you in Richmond from San Francisco Bay Area in 8h 57m. There are 2442 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and Richmond. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $72. Breeze Airways flights start at $99 while deals on JetBlue start at $140 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond is San Francisco - Richmond Byrd Intl. You may also consider San Jose - Richmond Byrd Intl or Oakland - Richmond Byrd Intl.

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond is generally $254, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $91. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Richmond Byrd Intl), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Richmond.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Richmond?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Richmond in September is currently the most expensive (average of $192). 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 Bay Area to Richmond

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$168Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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