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$133+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SFO
Dec 14 — Dec 211
Sun 12/14
Sun 12/21
1 adult, Economy
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$279
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One-way from

$133
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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September

Average price

$387
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:11 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop18h 07mJetBlue
Mon 12/158:15 amSFO - RIC
1 stop11h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 11/11$293
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/201:22 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Wed 11/2610:17 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$297
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2511:40 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Wed 11/2610:17 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$312
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:11 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop18h 07mJetBlue
Fri 12/123:20 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop23h 27mJetBlue
Deal found 11/13$317
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Wed 11/1912:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/12$318
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:00 amRIC - SFO
2 stops16h 12mJetBlue
Mon 12/89:44 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop10h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 11/11$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 11/246:20 amRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Thu 11/276:00 amSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/11$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:10 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Wed 12/107:40 amSFO - RIC
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/13$342
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2311:40 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Wed 11/2610:17 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/83:07 pmRIC - SFO
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/1211:28 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:30 amRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/176:00 amSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:10 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Wed 12/177:40 amSFO - RIC
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/13$360

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

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Richmond

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Salinas

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Depart

Return

Price

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/15

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/18

2:45 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:00 am-11:14 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

8:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/31

3:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

8:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/31

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

11:59 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/15

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/16

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$330

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/25

12:45 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-3:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$337

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Salinas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Salinas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Salinas. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Richmond to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 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 Richmond to Salinas?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Salinas (average of $102). Flying from Richmond to Salinas in September is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 RIC to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond to Salinas in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Salinas?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Salinas flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated November 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Richmond to Salinas by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
231 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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
231 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
231 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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
4,242 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
231 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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
8,007 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
231 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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
9,016 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
231 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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
11,050 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
231 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to Salinas?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Richmond to Salinas. 6 airlines have flights from Byrd Intl to Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Salinas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Salinas per day.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Salinas flight route?

    The Richmond Byrd Intl to Salinas flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Salinas?

    Airlines like JetBlue fly from Richmond to Salinas in about 12h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Richmond and Salinas are separated by a distance of 2442 mi.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $393 for a flight from Richmond to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $129 while the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $205.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Salinas?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Salinas 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 Richmond to Salinas?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Salinas (average of $102). Flying from Richmond to Salinas in September is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 Richmond to Salinas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Salinas. 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 November 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$234Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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