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$119+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Salinas, CA, CA

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RIC — SFO
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Salinas are usually found in January or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$411
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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 April 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/215:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3012:21 amSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/78:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1211:59 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/218:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mBreeze Airways
Sat 5/3112:24 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 17mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 7/86:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Tue 7/156:15 amSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/29$277
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/61:05 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop12h 48mSun Country Air
Thu 6/1211:59 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 06mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/29$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 9/237:30 amRIC - SFO
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Tue 9/302:15 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$306
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/66:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 44mJetBlue
Mon 6/96:00 amSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/256:30 amRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/29:10 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$364

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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

Wed 5/21

5:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop10h 34m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

12:21 am-10:22 am

1 stop7h 01m

$234

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/7

8:30 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

11:59 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$256

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/21

8:30 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$259

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

6:15 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$277

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/6

1:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop12h 48m

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

11:59 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$305

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/23

7:30 am-2:40 pm

2 stops10h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

2:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 50m

$306

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/6

6:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

6:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$355

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/25

6:30 am-11:39 am

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 7/2

9:10 pm-9:36 am

1 stop9h 26m

$364

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/10

8:30 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

$119

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/5

6:12 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$139

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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 April 25, 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 73 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Richmond to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 April 30, 2025.

When flying from Richmond to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 Thursday 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.

Rainfall in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from Richmond to Salinas. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Salinas. 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 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. 7 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 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Salinas one-way?

    $119 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $139 and $201, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $190 for a flight from Richmond to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $89 while the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $179.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Richmond to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 7 airlines flying from Richmond to Salinas

Discover the top 7 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$174Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$233Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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